If a football team’s success does, in fact, begin up front, then the outlook for Baylor School’s offense is very promising for another memorable run this year.
That’s because a talented offensive line is led by a centerpiece talent with the size, strength and savvy to help clear the way for an avalanche of yards and points.
After working as a starter at tackle for two years, where much of the success of the ground game came by running behind his blocks, Jimmy Bryson has made the move to center as the Red Raiders prepare for the 2024 season.
“He’s very explosive and strong, just a really good athlete for someone his size,” third-year Baylor coach Erik Kimrey said. “He benches more than 400 pounds and squats over 500, so we know he can clear the way for running lanes, but at center he will also make all of our line calls so everybody up front knows their assignment.
“He will give those other guys direction, and just having him there makes everybody else play with more confidence.”