Word: backfields
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Dates: during 1970-1979
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...SMITH, Southern California, 6 ft. 5 in., 270 lbs. As one pro puts it, they are "just big, strong, physical guys who can grind you into the ground." McKay led the charge for the nation's No. 1 team, whose backfield averaged 363 yds. rushing per game; the scouts give him high marks for being at once a great blocker on quick openers and a ferocious pass protector. Smith, says one scout, "has everything it takes-he's powerful, has fine footwork, can pick up the loop and requires no additional growth"-and he can cover...