Over the decades I've refrained from commenting on the football strength training program---Jim is just too nice of a person to undercut.

But there was never any question that the football training program was on the wrong foot. The best football players---particularly linemen---need be quick,(explosive) big and strong; an appropriately designed program incorporates all three elements as goals. The results over time indicate that all three elements were not adequately addressed.

I have a background in strength training having owned the original Gold's Gym and having trained numerous champion athletes that relied on strength training for success.  Hence, my criticism of the UO football training program isn't a whim. 

I wish Jim a wonderful future and I look forward to the Ducks moving forward.

Ken Sprague Sr.