This squad runs deep.
The Baby Giraffe was nicknamed so because he had a huge frame, large hands, and not enough bulk. Linebackers coach Andy Avalos knew, "at some point, he had to grow into that thing." At 6'4", 234 lbs., I can imagine he'd be pretty formidable with more bulk, just how my family knew I was going to be a good singer, "once I grew into them teeth."
As competent as Vallejo is at linebacker, it's good to know his replacements are competent as well. Joe Martarano, another Idaho product, was all over the field in last week's game, and it's only when I noticed how much he was playing that I realized Vallejo must be injured.