Watch: UC RBs Coach Darren Paige on Lead Back Traits, Ethan Wright's Position Change, and More

The second-year member of the UC staff gave some insight into what he looks for in a bell-cow running back.
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CINCINNATI — UC running backs coach Darren Paige got a full taste of his first Higher Ground experience last year and he's ready for year two with a slightly different set of players to coach.

Check out his thoughts on the competition level in camp thus far, Ethan Wright's transition to safety, what he looks for in a lead running back, and more.

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