Dominant performance' Badie rushed 25 times for 203 yards and a touchdown Saturday against Central Michigan, while also catching three passes for 40 yards and an additional score in the 34-24 win. Impact As expected, the departure of Larry Rountree gives Badie a sizeable workload, and he responded with a superb outing in the season opener. Expect at least 20 touches in every game for the versatile Badie, who has excellent hands as a receiver as well. A matchup at Kentucky could be more difficult, but Badie has significant guaranteed touches.
SEPTEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE