There is no more explosive talent on the offensive side of the ball for the Cincinnati Bearcats than Mike Boone. That has been the case, or at least could be argued, for three seasons. In 2014, he was a standout freshman that erupted for big runs and scored a whole bunch of touchdowns. In 2015, he did the same thing but better.
Then 2016 hit. The talent didn’t go away, but the aid of a strong offensive line and the benefit of creative play calling evaporated. Boone’s production went out the window as well, as he struggled to get into the open field and make people miss, which is the strongest part of his skill set.