Camp update
Two-a-day practices began today, and newcomer Steven Miller continues to gain notice in camp.
Miller, a New Jersey native and transfer running back from Nassau Community College, who is listed at 5-9, 180, had one touchdown run and one touchdown pass, both for 40 yards, in Tuesday’s first day in full pads.
John Rizor, the Mountaineers’ rush end, is among defensive players who have been impressive in camp so far, according to reports.
Running back Cedric Baker has legally changed his name to Cedric Baker Boney in memory of his father, who died last spring.
Center Sherman Holt is expected to be sidelined for the rest of the week with a hand injury. Freshman offensive lineman Ron Henderson is expected to be out two to three weeks, also with a hand injury.
The Mountaineers continue to work out of their new three-man front and 6-1, 305-pound nose guard Dan Wyile has been particularly impressive.
Speaking of the 3-4 defense, defensive coordinator Dale Jones said last Saturday that learning visits to Air Force, Alabama and West Virginia following spring practice all were helpful.
“We probably learned more from Air Force because you watch those guys play and they play with a lot less talent but play teams extremely well,” Jones said. “Every place we went they opened up and helped us quite a bit.”