David Richards grew up in Palmdale, California, a high-desert town separated from Los Angeles by the San Gabriel Mountains.
Richards was blocked by a Hill for most of his college career.
And a Jones. And a Griffey.
The fifth-year senior is ready for his opportunity.
Richards caught eight passes for 120 yards and two touchdowns in last week’s 77-13 win over Northern Arizona. Through three games, he leads the Wildcats in catches (14) and yards (203), and is tied for the team lead with three touchdowns.
Richards will start at one of the outside receiver spots Saturday, when the 16th-ranked Wildcats host No.