Duke receiver Conner Vernon has been the go-to guy for the Blue Devils offense. (Photo by Jack Morton).
Aug 5, 2012
Durham, N.C. — Duke University begins the drive to to improve on last season's 3-9 record when fall camp opens for the Blue Devils Monday night.
To get the coveted six wins that would make them bowl eligible, the Devils will lean on senior wide receiver Conner Vernon.
"He's one of the best football players I've ever coached," head coach David Cutcliffe said of Vernon, high praise considering the coach's history with Peyton and Eli Manning at Tennessee.
"He is an All-American football player. He is not a possession receiver. He is a threat any time he gets his hands on the ball," Cutcliffe said.
Vernon, who has 13 touchdowns and 2,675 yards over three seasons, is only 35 catches away from setting the ACC record for receptions.
Vernon and Duke open the season Sept. 1 at 7 p.m. against Florida International University.
Rank: Sports Legend He can win this one easily if he stays healthy. He should be between 60-70 catches.- Posted by BB5 the Boat RockerCoach Cut did a nice interview on WRAL tonight while talking about Vernon. Only 35 receptions needed for the record. Wishing him the very best.- Posted by Hokie 94
+1....Records are special, hope he gets it.
Rank: Sports Legend Coach Cut did a nice interview on WRAL tonight while talking about Vernon. Only 35 receptions needed for the record. Wishing him the very best.- Posted by Hokie 94
Rank: Sports Legend 
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