The Detroit News · Oct 15, 2015
Michigan fullback Kerridge recognized for thankless job
(Photo: David Guralnick / Detroit News)Ann Arbor — Fullbacks usually are the players doing the dirty work — and getting little recognition.
And that’s fine with Joe Kerridge, a fifth-year senior fullback at Michigan.
He loves blocking for his teammates, but also is getting a chance to do some running. And when he does ...
Kerridge busted loose for a 34-yard gain in the first quarter of Michigan’s 38-0 rout of Northwestern last weekend. It helpd set up the third Wolverines touchdown.
“It’s a great experience,” said Kerridge, who’ll have another chance to get some bashing in when Michigan hosts Michigan State on Saturday. “You’re getting the ball, you’re blocking, your role has increased.
