By: Dave Collins
Sports Director
A common theme was shared by Chadron State representatives at RMAC Football Media Day on Thursday: It's time to show it. Head Coach Jay Long made that very clear in Denver.
Long, senior receiver Preston Pearson and senior safety Dax Yeradi all focused on how the team plans to improve after its 3-8 finish in 2024, and that work started immediately after the season according to Long.
CSC's program prides itself on toughness, which is essential for success in the rigorous and physical conference. Long says the commitment to winning more games in 2025 began in January with players "buying into the weight room" and the addition of difference-making transfers. He says the work ethic is "really what's showing up."
The Eagles are aiming to bolster the strength of the offensive line to find a rhythm, go deeper into the playbook and get the ball in the end zone.
Preston Pearson is a senior offensive Swiss Army knife who shared his excitement for the season and what's he's seen from the team to prepare in the offseason.
With all-conference honorable mention tight end Peter Krohn graduating, Pearson will be playing a more prominent role as tight end / H-back this season. He got his feet wet with the position a year ago but has primarily taken snaps at quarterback over his career, and making plays on special teams.
Check back for more coverage from RMAC Media Day, comments from pre-season all-conference safety Dax Yeradi, and content from practices all month long as the Eagles prepare for opening kickoff. Follow along on (X) at @DMCbroadcasting, listen on 97.5 FM & 105.9 FM to my morning sports reports, and visit panhandlepost.com.
