Focus Narrows to Offensive Line

Posted Sep 17, 2009
If you notice a familiar body wearing a new number on the sidelines this weekend, it’s probably none other than senior Tavares Brown. The third-string defensive tackle made the move to the offensive line on Tuesday, taking snaps at both center and guard while wearing No. 75. “We talked to him a little bit about it at the end of last week, just to judge his willingness [to make the move],” Davis said. (Inside Carolina)

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