More names to know...

On Friday we left off with a list of names you should know for this upcoming season. With less than two weeks left until Fall camp, injuries are likely to occur and players will get a shot at breaking into the rotation. Here are some more names to keep in mind:

1. Joe Semanoff (5'11, 220 Sr.) - With starting fullback Manasa Tonga suspended from the first game of the season, Semanoff will likely be starting and Fui Vakapuna's lead blocker. Semanoff played in all 13 games last season and will be counted on to provide good protection for Max Hall. I doubt he will get more than a couple carries, but could be an important part of the game.

2. Markell Staffieri (6'3, 232 Sr.) - Staffieri is no stranger to the field, having played in 30 games over his career. When healthy, Staffieri can be a great linebacker and should firm up his starting spot on the inside next to Poppinga. This duo on the inside are each about 20 lbs. lighter than last years ILB, but quicker.

3. Judd Anderton (6'5, 270 Sr.) - Anderton is one of two seniors along the defensive line. Anderton was working with the first team defense before being beat out by Jorgensen. He will be the first off the bench to rotate with the defensive ends and may even get a look at DT if needed.

4. Harvey Unga (6'0, 221 Fr.) - Another bruising back in BYU's stable. If Vakapuna isn't 100% by September 1st, Unga might be getting a fair share of carries. Unga is an intriguing prospect and may get a similar amount of carries as Vakapuna did last year. He needs to step in and establish himself as a reliable back this fall.

5. Mitch Payne (6'2, 201 Fr.) - Payne has now had a year to shake off the rust of a mission and get ready to step into the large shoes left behind by his brother, Matt (Just watch the first 30 seconds of this clip to see why.) Mitch will be able to focus on place-kicking duties as BYU has just awarded the scholarship vacated by Scotty Ebert (2007 recruit who did not qualify academically) to the #2 JC punter, CJ Santiago.

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