
Well, we had the biggest turnout of votes (92) so far for the offensive line. The OL will be a critical unit in the success of the 2008 Minutemen.
We will have three new starters as
Matt Austin,
Nick Diana and
Chris Hopkins have graduated.
Looking at the
2007 player participation page, only
Ben Coblyn (played 9 games, started 2) and graduated
Biff Gotteherer (played 5 games, started 1) had any playing time in 2007.
I would think that UMass would retain
Sean Calicchio and
Valdimir Ducasse at tackle.
In the Spring
Ben Coblyn and
Josh Samuda were the first team left and right guards respectively.
John Ihne was the starting center.
The return of
Kevin Macon may juggle the starting lineup. If Macon is available and is playing up to his potential, I would think UMass would find a place for him on the starting line.
Samuda has played a lot at center. He could be moved there. I see Ben Coblyn keeping his slot at guard. Most of the competition for a starter's position should be at center and right guard.
Based on the votes in the poll, it looks like the Blog Community believes
Rob Getek and
Brian Ostaszewski are the top reserves this year.
Redshirt Freshman
Michael Binkowski, RS Sophomoer
Mike Boyle, RS Freshman
Justin Sawicki and senior transfer
Chauncey Incarnato will provide depth.
This is a OL squad with "length" as seven UMass offensive linemen are 6-5 or better.
I'm looking for a great year from the OL. I believe there is a great deal of talent and heart in the unit. Go UMass!