PROVO — Actions speak louder than words on almost every occasion, and a simple action by BYU coaches indicates just how much confidence in the depth and talent at running back has improved since spring practices.
Junior Kavika Fonua (6-foot, 205 pounds) began practices Wednesday wearing a defensive white jersey; coaches determined it would serve the team best to have him play at linebacker.
"What we're always going to do in this program is play the guys where it most benefits the team," said running backs coach AJ Steward. "It was a seamless transition for him and I look forward to seeing him knock our guys back some in the coming weeks.