Football Notebook: Veteran Offensive Line Returns

J.P. Quinn (67) is one of five returning starters on the offensive line for CMU in 2017.Andy Sneddon, CMUChippewas.com

MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich. – Returning starters are almost always a good indication of the potential of a football team.

When the experience level is high on the offensive line – or as high as it is for Central Michigan in 2017 – it’s a very good sign.

The Chippewas return all five of their starting interior offensive linemen. Four of the five are listed at an even 300 pounds, while the fifth, guard Shakir Carr, tips the scales at 320.

Four – Joe Austin, Austin Doan, Derek Edwards and J.P. Quinn – are senior veterans. The ‘green’ member of the line, Carr, is a junior. Austin and…