Friday, July 26, 2013

Florida A&M Holmes seeks perfect balance

NORFOLK, Virginia  --  When he meets with reporters today during MEAC Media Day, Earl Holmes likely will field questions about whether his FAMU football team is going to be more defense-oriented than it has been in the past.

Holmes, after all, made a name for himself in college and the NFL by tormenting any offensive player with the ball. But the Rattlers’ first-year head coach insists he is focused on more than just defense.

“Yes, I’m a defensive-minded coach, but I understand what it takes to win games,” Holmes said. “Defense wins championships, but at the same time you’re going to need some offense.

“You want to be balanced regardless because ...

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