In Kentucky’s crowded running back room, one newcomer has already made an outstanding first impression.
Offensive coordinator and running backs coach Eddie Gran is always quick to pump the brakes on lofty expectations. He has made an exception for JuTahn McClain.
“Whoa, I’m gonna tell you something: I’m impressed with that young man,” Gran said following Kentucky’s fourth practice of the 2020 spring season.
“He is tough. He will stick his face in there and he does a great job in blitz protection. He is not afraid of anything. A little bit like Travis Tisdale, he’s got that burst.