Rams, Mountain Hawks & NY Mills Pride: A Patriot League Football Special

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Coach Joe Conlin discusses Fordham football's upcoming season and their preparation to bounce back from last year's challenges. He shares insights about key players, position strengths, and the team's strategy for improvement in an increasingly competitive Patriot League.

• Recruiting in the Patriot League requires casting a wide net while maintaining academic standards, but produces players with strong character and focus
• Last year's challenging schedule included seven away games and significant injuries with 17 players down from the two-deep by season's end
• The defensive line has been the most consistent unit in camp, with veterans Claudia Robinson, Sam Burkle, and John Scott providing leadership
• Linebacker James Conway, the Patriot League's career tackles leader, returns from injury to anchor the defense
• The quarterback competition includes Jack (who gained experience last year), transfer Gunnar Smith, and Trip Holly, all showing improvement in downfield passing
• Reducing last year's 61 sacks and establishing consistent ground game are top priorities for offensive improvement
• Richmond joining the Patriot League this year (with Villanova and William & Mary coming later) significantly strengthens the conference
• Being picked near the bottom of the preseason rankings provides motivation for the team heading into the season

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