LU Football’s Rodney Randle

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In this weeks, and the first “Take 5” Interview we caught up with incoming Lamar freshman football recruit Rodney Randle.  Rodney is a 2015 graduate of Beaumont Ozen high school where he starred as a running back/defensive back for the Panthers.  He’s looking to quickly step right in at Lamar and provide a positive impact for Coach Woodard and the Cardinal football program and was kind enough to give us here at bigredinsider.com a quick interview. 

BRI: You’ve been projected to play defense at this level, so are you expecting to line up at cornerback or safety for Lamar?
Randle: I expect to play both but will work hard wherever the coaching staff ask me to play.

LU Incoming freshman Rodney Randle vs Livingston Lions

BRI: In your opinion, what is the best attribute you bring to the football field?
Randle: Toughness. I don’t mind making a big hit so I enjoy playing on defense and making plays on all special teams.

BRI: What should Lamar fans expect to see from you for the next 4-5 years?
Randle: I want to make huge progress on the field and graduate from college.  I’d also try to be the best player in the Southland Conference/FCS division and hopefully considered for the NFL.

BRI: Have the coaches laid out expectations for you this fall?
Randle: Not really. I was told was that I’m going to play defense and special teams which excites me.

BRI: What are your personal expectations as a freshman?
Randle: I hope to play as a true freshman and make a huge impact on the team.

BRI: What kind of on-the-field goals have you set for yourself while at Lamar?
Randle:
• Play as a true freshman
• 5 special teams TD’s
• All-SLC honors
• All-American honors
• Awarded all types of accolades for my play
• Be a ball hawking/tackling machine
• Defensive/Special Teams specialist
• Win a conference championship for Lamar

BRI: What was your favorite part of your recruitment?
Randle: When Lamar came in and said they were going to offer me and they did exactly that. They made the process pretty easy for me.

Incoming LU Freshman Rodney Randle signs with Lamar

BRI: Least favorite part?
Randle: Having to start so late, I’m ready to go!

BRI: Anything you wish you could have done differently during your recruitment?
Randle: Personally I wish I had started my recruiting process my sophomore year.

BRI: What does it mean to you to be able to play your college ball in your hometown?
Randle: It will be nice to have my family around and the city behind me. The city of Beaumont, Ozen Panther fans, and my family will be a part of all of my successful accomplishments which means a lot to me.

BRI: Thanks for your time and good luck Rodney.
Randle: Thank you guys for having me.

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