Willis Wright

New look defense calls for new leadership

Jonathan Jacobskind/Asst. Sports Director New conference, new coach, new schemes, but no Johnathan Cyprien. These are four tribulations the FIU defense is facing as the team concludes the first week of spring practice. Now with Defensive Coordinator Josh Conklin calling the shots for the Panther defense, spring football gives Conklin the opportunity to implement his […]

Battle for Panthers takes to the air

Patrick Chalvire/Staff Writer Thursday morning brought out the FIU football team for their second spring practice. Though the pads won’t be used until Saturday’s practice, there was a lot to look forward to, including the various wide receivers battling for playing time. The wide receiver spot, which includes 15 players vying for an opportunity to […]

‘No names’ key to FIU Football success

Jonathan Jacobskind/Asst. Sports Director Joe Staley, Jahri Evans and Logan Mankins. Three names even NFL diehard fans would not recognize. Now, have you heard of Tom Brady, Drew Brees or Colin Kaepernick? I’m sure the answer is yes. However, what many football fans neglect to realize is that without those three ‘no-names’, the aforementioned super […]

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