Randy Beggs would rather be running downfield covering kickoffs instead of holding for placekicks, but agreed to serve in the latter role this season.
Jordan Pittman could have retired from football after failing to make the depth chart coming out of August training camp, but willingly accepted a spot on the scout team instead.
Those two seniors epitomize the culture that defines Navy football, the team-first attitude that pervades the program.
“That’s what our program is all about. Selfless players,” head coach Ken Niumatalolo said.
Beggs was listed No. 2 on the depth chart at free safety going into preseason practice.