I agree that I feel as if Fulmer approaches the game more and more like Johnny Majors. However, I felt that the demotion of CJ Leak indicated that Fulmer was not scared to bench a player with seniority over a player with more talent. Maybe the talk of Larkins and Riggs was meant to motivate Houston? He definately has talent, he was like the 6th rated running back in the country out of high school.
Here an exerpt from the Kingsport Times:
Houston's constant battle with nagging, minor injuries is another reason the tailback position remains up for grabs, despite his team-high 744 yards in 2003.
Last season, Houston missed one full game and parts of two others due to a concussion and a bum ankle. The year before, thigh and thumb problems severely limited Houston in a four-game stretch.
While no one can predict if or when an injury might take place, Houston did his part to ensure he stays healthy this season. For him, that meant a lot more stretching and time in the ice tub. Meanwhile, in an attempt to help his numbers, the 6-foot Houston has dropped his weight down to 213 pounds - and is shooting for 208 by the Sept. 5 opener against UNLV.
"I think my burst wasn't like it should be," he said. "It was hard because I had to eat good for a couple months, had to give up those fried foods."
However, giving up all the fast-food combo meals in the world won't diminish the formidable ability of Houston's cohorts in the backfield.
Jabari Davis (565 yards, 8 TD) and Gerald Riggs (207 yds, 1 TD) both had significant contributions last season, while David Yancey impressed in the spring game.
but without A major bowl bid. same old stuff.. Don't get me wrong if they can get the job done then let them, but don't be suprised if Houston is named the starter..
