When Bob Shoop became USF's defensive coordinator last December, he arrived early for his first official day at the office. One player waited outside the door.
It was Bulls safety Will Jones.
"That showed me something,'' Shoop said. "It showed me how eager he was for success, how determined he was to come back. I believe he will be a major factor for our defense.''
As the Bulls prepare for Saturday's season opener against the No. 25-ranked BYU Cougars at Raymond James Stadium, Jones is eager for redemption.
For his defense.