MAC FOOTBALL PREVIEW: #85 Kent State Football 2012 Preview

The Golden Flashes were competitive last season thanks to a stifling defense. Their offense however struggled mightily every week, which cost them many games and masked how great their defense was. It is now a new year and Kent State is trying to find that perfect balance under second year head coach, Darrell Hazell.

2011 Record: (5-7, 4-4)
2011 Bowl: None
Coach: Darrell Hazell (5-7 at Kent State, 5-7 overall)
Offensive Coordinator: Brian Rock
Defensive Coordinator: Jon Heacock

Returning Leaders:
Rushing: Trayion Durham, RB, 644
Passing: Spencer Keith, QB, 1,682 yards
Receiving: Matthew Hurdle, WR, 251 yards
Tackles: Luke Batton, LB, 102
Sacks: Jake Dooly, LB, 5
Interceptions: Luke Wallet, DB, 4

Other Key Returnees: DB Sidney Saulter, DL Roosevelt Nix, LB C.J. Malauulu

Key Losses: WR Chris Gilbert, TE Justin Thompson

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