UM players who may switch or contribute at multiple positions

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Jalen Rivers- G or T

Ryan Rodriguez- looks like he can project multiple positions on OL

Brashard Smith- He is very likely a WR…But at some point may contribute as a change of pace running back.

Elijah Roberts- DT or DE (DT still likely, but maybe a versatile kid that moves around)

Jason Blissett- DT or DE… I believe he wasn’t as good carrying more weight. Seems like staying at DE but who knows

Leonard Taylor- Like Brashard Smith maybe shouldn’t be on here, but early career I can seem contributing to a thin DE depth chart. Definitely a DT long-rum

Thomas Davis- Likely DE, maybe LB

Avery Huff- WLB or striker?

Keontra Smith- Looked great at striker…With as loaded as we are there, if an LB doesn’t step up I can see this kid also contributing as a more natural LB

Tyler Johnson- Likely LB, maybe DE

Chase Smith- Striker seems like his likely spot. Who knows though…WR, S, or even TE with weight gain.

Keyswhawn Washington - S/Striker

Jalen Harrell- S/Striker

James Williams- Safety/Striker/DE/OLB…I like him best at FS. We shall see.

Malik Curtis - WR/CB

Other than that I’m sure a couple backups on the OL practice at multiple spots…And I’m not distinguishing between kids that play SS or FS.

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James Williams- he didn’t seem to take the best angles. I could see him at DE or OLB assuming he continues to add weight.

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I read something about McCloud switching from LB to DE.

Entering his 17th year at Miami, I imagine he might play both positions depending on who is hurt or suspended during the course of the season.

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McCloud came to UM aged 17. Leaving at 23 and he is 4 years younger than our oldest player, Hedley!

UM the BYU of the east!
Oldest: Hedley 27
6th year players: King 24, Williams 24, McCloud 23
5th year: Donaldson(I believe he can play a 6th year), Ford, Carter (if he returns), Harley

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All of a sudden UM can’t get rid of players lol

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I don’t understand the hype with this kid. He’s big, but not a big hitter, like you said - takes bad angles, doesn’t seem to be a ball hawk… I think they’ll let him play safety (maybe striker) even though he should grow into a LB or even a DE. Basically Ray Ray Armstrong all over again minus the big hits.

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I’ve seen some big hits…And he does seem to be a ball hawk

I’ll admit he’s riskier than people think because he may not have a true position. But the hype is obviously based on a 6’5 kid that moves well with ball skills

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Hedley doesn’t count. He’s an Aussie and a punter to boot.

And he didn’t start Kindergarten until he was 15 because he lived in the jungle.

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I’m fine with letting his body and development determine his position. He very well could be done growing and thus be a good FS with good coaching. He could also add 40lbs and be one hellva DE/OLB.