Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Thomas tabbed as next man up in ASU backfield

MONTGOMERY, Alabama -- The Alabama State offense has been a ground-oriented attack the past two seasons.

In 2013, Isaiah Crowell rushed for 1,121 yards and 15 touchdowns while averaging 6.6 yards per carry as the Hornets led the SWAC in rushing (231.5 yards/game).

Last season, Malcolm Cyrus rushed for 1,662 yards and 12 touchdowns while averaging 6.2 yards a carry for the SWAC’s second-best rushing offense (227.8 yards/game).

There will once again be a new look in the Hornets backfield this season, but this time junior Khalid Thomas takes the starring role. The Tallahassee native posted 545 rushing yards and five touchdowns for ASU last season.

Thomas said he looks to make the most out of his opportunity this year.

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