Vanderbilt’s Martel Hight Expected To Play Offense, Defense, Special Teams In 2025
Vanderbilt’s Martel Hight Expected To Play Offense, Defense, Special Teams In 2025

Vanderbilt’s Martel Hight Expected To Play Offense, Defense, Special Teams In 2025

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Vanderbilt football's Martel Hight is set to make a rare impact in college football by playing offense, defense, and special teams during the 2025 season. The coaching staff, led by Clark Lea, consulted Colorado's Deion Sanders for advice on managing Hight's two-way role, which starts with an even split between wide receiver and defensive back duties but can shift based on matchups. Hight, an All-SEC punt returner who led the conference in punt return average last season, also draws inspiration from past return specialists like De'Anthony Thomas and Tavon Austin, aiming to replicate their dynamic style of play. While two-way players are uncommon at the college level, Hight's versatility and special teams prowess could surpass even Travis Hunter's notable two-way accomplishments, as Hight will also contribute as a punt returner. To stay effective across all three phases, Hight has adjusted his training and workload carefully to maintain health, a key concern given the physical demands of his expanded role. His teammates and coaches praise his mentality and dedication, viewing him as a crucial figure in Vanderbilt's continued progress after a recent winning season highlighted by an upset over Alabama.

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