PROVO — BYU’s offensive line just might be the strength of the offense.
The Cougars boast experience and depth at that position — and offensive coordinator Jeff Grimes would like the O-line to set the tone this season in a very specific way.
“I want to see them become the toughest guys on the offense. I don’t know if they are that yet or not,” said Grimes, a longtime offensive line coach. “They need to lead our offense in terms of toughness and grit.”
BYU returns six offensive linemen with starting experience. Sophomore center James Empey (6-foot-4, 300 pounds), junior right guard Tristen Hoge (6-5, 310) and sophomore left tackle Brady Christensen (6-5, 295) each started all 13 games last season.