![]() Was another pleasant surprise during spring practice. A hard worker who needs to mature physically. One play he looks great and later on same play he may make mistake. Right now, he lacks consistancy - which is All-State performer at Cook County High School in Adel, Ga. Linebacker to come off freshman squad and has all-star potential if he makes normal progress. Injured during part of spring drills but came back to play well in Garnet and Gold contest. If he matures physically, he could push for a starting berth. Showed spring improvement despite nagging injuries.ĭonn Szaro, 6-0, 191, DE, Saint Petersburg Started spring as linebacker but switched late in spring practice. A product of Tallahassee's Rickards High School. ![]() Larry Strickland, 6-1, 206, LB, Tallahassee Very strong, he was outstanding prep wrestler. Thus, offense is new and lack of experience is biggest drawback. Loves combat.ĭespite inexperience at position, he was secondary key during Garnet and Gold contest. So well, in fact, that he will become candidate for starting job. Moved from linebacker last two weeks of spring practice and adjusted remarkably well. Has made progress because of fine determination. Outstanding size and good speed.Ĭraig Sowers, 6-4, 224, C, Fort Lauderdale Moved to offensive guard during spring and then switched to defense the final week. Another true sophomore who has possibilities. However, he was making progress at end of drills. A junior college transfer, it took him most of spring to learn Florida State offense. Jim Sawyer, 6-2, 215, OG, Santa Ana, Calif. Ron Ratliff, 6-0, 178, DB, West Palm Beach Reese Rainey, 6-0, 186, LB, Greenville, Ala. Has potential to become an above average back. Runs to daylight and is an exciting runner. Has exceptional balance and good speed. Played every position in secondary during spring, thus proving his athletic ability and value this fall. Had fine spring game when he intercepted two passes and knocked down another. One of outstanding prospects off last year's freshman team where he was the starting quarterback. John Montgomery, 6-1, 191, DB, Jacksonville Just a little behind others in age and experience. Standout back among last year's freshmen. Paul Magalski, 5-11, 210, FB, Garfield Heights, Ohio Another youngster who is counted on for the future. ![]() Excellent strength, good speed and one of the tougher defensive backs. Result resting on how well he fairs in pre-season practice. Even though he missed half of spring drills, he'll be contender for starting berth with Had made rapid progress toward top when broken arm put him on sideline. Could be outstanding if things fall into place.īuddy Gridley, 5-11, 195, DB, Tallahassee Out three weeks during spring with injuries. Lack of experience could prove handicap during sophomore season. Impressed coaches with his enthusiasm and work during spring and reportedly improved "a 100 percent" over 1968 when he was the starter for the frosh. A youngster who in time should be a fine offensive lineman. Counted on to play this fall.ĭickie Edwards, 6-2, 200, LB, Atlanta, Ga. Will be in contention for starting berth. One of most pleasant surprises of spring. With experience and concentration, he could help this season. Has hands, speed, moves and natural quickness. Made switch during freshman year and thus lacks experience. Son of Green Bay Packer Head Coach Phil Bengtson. Should be a good one before he's through at Florida State.īrian Bengtson, 6-3, 195, FL, Green Bay, Wis. Was a defensive end starter on last year's freshman team. With experience, could be a great one.ĭavid Barnes, 5-11, 175, DB, Maple Heights, Ohio Was switched from center where he played as a freshman. Has speed, intelligence and frame to play position. Had fine spring practice and wound up a starter when McEachern was moved to end. Best young defensive player up from freshman team. Gary Wyant, First Assistant, Defensive Backsįrom the 1969 FSU Football Handbook, page 24. 1969 Football - Year In Review 1969 Football - Year In Reviewīobby Jackson, Defensive Ends, Linebackers
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