Only one Wildcat has recorded more 100-yard rushing games in a season than Chris Rodriguez in 2021, but that incredible production has been overshadowed by one too many fumbles. Early season ball security problems reappeared near the goal line in the Kroger Field season finale, drawing concern from across the BBN.
Rodriguez rushed for 119 yards and a touchdown on only 16 carries. His only blemish occurred after Wan’Dale Robinson’s 79-yard reception. Instead of punching it in, the ball fell to the turf, his third turnover inside the five-yard line this fall.
“Obviously it’s unacceptable because he’s a better player than that.