Continuing our position by position look at FIU let’s take a look at the line play. The positive for Panthers is they have five starting offensive linemen returning. However, the unit has room for growth.
The defensive line is a different story. They have the potential to be the best in C-USA.
Returnees OL: Kai Absheer (R-Sr)- Started 12 games
Jordan Budwig: (Gr)- Started 13 games
Dallas Connell: (Jr)- Started 12 games
Daquane Wilkie: (R-Sr)- Started 10 games
Neal Mars: (Sr)- Started 11 games
Shane McGough: (R-Soph)- Started 2 games
Jason Jean: (R-Jr)- Reserve
Returnees DL: Fermin Silva LB/DE (Sr)- 50 tackles and 7 sacks
Anthony Johnson: (R-Sr)- 39 tackles and 7 sacks
Jermaine Sheriff: (R-Sr)- 20 tackles and 2 sacks
Josh Little: (R-Jr)- 16 tackles and 1.