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Thursday, January 11, 2007

Marshall looking to bulk up in middle

How about this for filling position needs? Of the 33 football prospects scheduled to make official visits to Marshall University during the next four weekends, 28 are defensive linemen, offensive linemen or defensive backs. The trend begins this weekend with six defensive linemen visiting. Defensive tackle Shane Moore is expected to formalize his commitment to the Thundering Herd; other top prospects include fellow tackles Curtis Byrant and Kevin Cyrille and defensive end Cory Hall.