The USF Bulls defeated the Elon Phoenix 28-13 in their season opener and - despite failing to ever put the game out of reach for their former Division I-AA opponent - saw a few reasons to be optimistic about the future.
Here's a few positives I think USF can take away from the game...
1. Mike Ford looks like the real deal. With only 7 touches the freshman totaled 84 yards and three touchdowns. The first highlight reel play of his collegiate career came on the first drive of the second half when Ford busted an off-tackle run outside and ran 21 yards down the sideline before diving at the pylon to put the Bulls ahead 14-3.
2. Grothe is still Grothe. The sophomore quarterback set a career high for passing attempts (39) and threw for 238 yards and two touchdowns against the Phoenix and - most importantly - committed zero turnovers.
3. George Selvie is a monster. The sophomore defensive end started the season with a breakout performance that included nine tackles, 4 sacks and a forced fumble, an impressive spread especially considering he had 5.5 sacks all of last season.
Check out The Oracle on news stands Tuesday for more in-depth coverage of the game.
-Eric Moeller
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