Josh Vardaman
Players sometimes don't get to see the fruits of their labor manifest on a football field quite like they expected, whether due to injuries, academics or lack of development.
Middle Tennessee defensive tackle Raynard Felton is showing this season how much hard work can benefit, though.
The redshirt senior from Jacksonville, Florida, is enjoying his best season as a Blue Raider. His 2.5 sacks currently lead the team, and he is tied with fellow senior Steven Rhodes for second on the team with 3.5 tackles for loss.
"I'm really proud of where he is," MT defensive line coach Tommy West said.