Every offense wants to produce highlights and points.
Since Jason Candle began calling plays for Toledo in 2012, the emphasis on chunk plays has multiplied. And the Rockets have often answered their coach’s call.
Even amid last season’s tumultuous 7-6 record, UT had one of the best offenses in the country at creating big plays. Through three games in 2022, the player who looks poised to lift the Rocket offense is Jerjuan Newton.
The sophomore wide receiver ranks in the top 20 nationally in plays over 30 and 40 yards. He has 202 yards receiving and two touchdowns, with catches of 40, 40, and 39 yards in each of the first three games.