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Rufus Warren is in uncharted territory for himself.
The tight-end-turned-left-tackle for Mississippi State is now two games into the adjustment of becoming both an offensive lineman and a starter.
“He’s played more snaps the last two weeks than he’s played in the (three) prior years combined,” MSU offensive line coach John Hevesy said.
Warren is brutally honest when asked to assess his performance so far. For the 6-foot-7, 299-pounder, there have been ups. There have been downs. Through it all, Warren says he can feel himself starting to improve.
“I’m still getting the hang of it,” Warren said.