University of Tennessee at Chattanooga offensive coordinator Justin Rascati already felt good about the Mocs’ depth at wide receiver.
Still, a few more toys doesn’t hurt, and additions have strengthened the competition level at practice.
After a poor first day’s showing, the UTC offense, led in part by the receivers, has started to win its share of battles against the defense. After not having any explosive plays during Monday’s practice – leading to an irritated Rascati pulling the group aside to voice his displeasure – the offense has had them over the past two days.
Alejandro Bennifield placed a perfect pass in the hands of junior Bingo Morton on Tuesday and another one to junior Kota Nix during Wednesday’s session at Scrappy Moore Field. Backup quarterback Nick Tiano got in on the fun Wednesday, completing a long pass to James Stovall, with the All-Southern Conference preseason pick making a nice adjustment to get to the ball.
The unit has been bolstered by the additions of 5-foot-10, 185-pound junior Joseph Parker, a shifty slot receiver who has caught everything thrown to him. Louisville transfer Cody Swabek earned his way to the afternoon practice Wednesday after spending the first two days practicing with the evening group of newcomers.