Before last season started, former Hurricanes running back Mark Walton knew he’d be expected to carry much of the load for a Miami offense in transition with a new quarterback under center.
But Walton — who last month was taken in the fourth round of the NFL draft by the Cincinnati Bengals — made it a point to try to mentor Travis Homer and the rest of Miami’s younger running backs. Walton worked with them in the weight room and training room, hoping they’d follow his lead and learn how to take care of their bodies for the season ahead.