Secrets of Central Florida’s Elite Kickoff Units

by David Purdum

American Football Monthly February 2011 Issue Online

UCF had the best combined kickoff return and coverage statistics in the FBS.

Central Florida’s elite kickoff units aren’t built exclusively with elite athletes. In fact, when building the coverage and return units, physical traits like speed, strength and size often take a backseat to effort, attitude and toughness. The formula works.

    Special teams coordinator Tim Salem’s kickoff return team finished No. 1 in the nation, averaging 27.78 yards per retur...Login to Read More

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