Wednesday, October 22, 2014

Sims starting to get comfortable at WSSU

WINSTON-SALEM, North Carolina -- In some quarters, there’s still the belief that Winston-Salem State should pick just one starting quarterback.

But it’s hard to argue with the success the Rams have had alternating two quarterbacks, especially after Saturday 36-13 win against St. Augustine’s. With returning starter Rudy Johnson struggling, transfer Phillip Sims came in and calmly guided the Rams.

“I think you saw that it was good that we have two capable quarterbacks,” quarterbacks coach Jason Mai said.

Offensive coordinator Steed Lobotzke has planned for Sims and Johnson to each work two straight series during games, and that will continue despite Johnson’s struggles last week. Johnson threw three interceptions and had trouble finding his usual rhythm.



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