As spring practice started in the last week, much of the conversation revolved around two position switches: The oft-talked-about move of Abdul Carter from linebacker to defensive end, and sophomore safety Mekhi Flowers' much-less-bandied-about move to receiver.
Head coach James Franklin said during a press conference last week that both moves were precipitated by player request, which of course piqued the interest of both Penn Stated hosts, Donnie Collins and Sam Fremin.
Is that indicative of a shift in philosophy for coaches who are more likely now to give a player what he wants to keep him happy and on the roster? Is it more about players feeling more empowered to ask for those changes?
Or, is it simply something that happened all the time behind the scenes anyway, and just happened to be a big topic of discussion this year at two positions that needed extra manpower?
Donnie and Sam discussed their thoughts on all of that, plus other positional battles that are intriguing them as the Blue-White Game approaches next month.
The hosts also make their selections at Quarterback and Defensive End on the All-James Franklin team, which will wind down with a full roster next week.
To contact Donnie, drop an email at dcollins@scrantontimes.com, or send him a message on Twitter @PennStateTT.
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