Is the offseason and spring practice when team chemistry, camaraderie, and leadership are established?
McCarney: There’s no question. This is the time to do it. It’s those 6 a.m. workouts in the morning and lifting during the day. If you’re not committed to this thing, this is the time of year you find out. It’s real hard and demanding. We have academic checks going all the time. We have players meeting with the coaches once a week on academics. We want to know all about their progress. We have coaches going to study table every night. We all want a presence with the kids while they’re studying. You’re setting up a lot of things for the season this time of year. CN: Are there any position changes fans should keep look out for? McCarney: We moved Craig Kuhrt from tight end to offensive line. He’s not going to step in there and be an All-American this spring, but he can play. We think he’s got some potential. He’s got great height, wide shoulders and needs to fill out. We moved Chris Whitaker from MIKE linebacker to SAM linebacker, where Jeremy Loyd was. At MIKE linebacker they come from
