The offensive line should be much stronger than last year's unit which was heavily depleted by injuries. Heading up the line will be massive guard Andre Hicks (6-3, 250 lbs.) who was the Dons' top lineman last season. Hicks' impressiveness stems from his excellent speed — 5.0 in the 40 yard dash. Guard Mike Pehrson (223) and tackles Cliff Conedy (247) and Ken Allen (244) round out a hard hitting alignment along with bruising center Mike Hamacher (216) who was impressive last season after switching over from strong tackle.
Probably the best effort turned in at a seemingly unfamiliar position was put forward by freshman Mike Hamacher who made the switch from strong tackle to center in one week and performed superiorly. Hamacher, with veteran guards Dan Parrish and Andre Hicks, opened key holes for first game starter Greg Dawidczike who rushed for 101 yards in 23 carries and a 4.4 average (TheFoghorn).
