MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — If Middle Tennessee's defense takes yet another step forward in 2019 under third-year coordinator Scott Shafer, it could be because of the strength of its line.
The big guys up front bring plenty of experience and leadership to the team, and their potential has veteran defensive line coach Tommy West giddy about what the year could bring.
"So far, so good through camp," West said. "We've got some older guys right now who're really leading the group, and that makes it really fun for a coach.