Kenny Safrit is ready to step into a bigger role on the Bulldog offensive line. The blocking of Safrit and the Wingate O-line helped the passing game rank first among SAC teams (and eighth in NCAA Division II) at 273.8 yards per game in 2006. Also, the Bulldogs were listed second in the SAC in total offense per game with 342.7 yards per game last year. Safrit played three sports at Elkton High School, where his football coach was Bill Russell. A football team captain his senior season, Safrit earned three letters for the Golden Elks. He also participated in baseball (three letters) and track and field (one letter). Safrit’s father (Alan) participated in track and field at Wingate and Appalachian State.