Holmes focuses on safety spot, might not start
Junior pushed down depth chart but maintains positive attitude

 
By Scott Wright
Published: August 7, 2007

NORMAN — Last season, Lendy Holmes was the final piece of the puzzle. The man that made the Oklahoma secondary whole.

This year, he's fighting to find a place to play.

Midway through his sophomore season in 2006, Holmes, a converted wide receiver, stepped into a starting role at cornerback, freeing up Reggie Smith to play safety as the OU coaches finally found a way to get their five best defensive ba...


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