Published: 09:49 PM, Mon Aug 06, 2012
Cape Fear football: 5 players to watch
Here's a look at some of the Colts' standouts.
Myles Forde-Carpenter
Position: Tight end/defensive end
Height/weight: 6-1, 220
Class: Senior
About Forde-Carpenter: Strong and fast for his size, he should contribute on both sides of the ball for the Colts. He made his biggest impact last season in the offensive backfield, rushing 17 times for 53 yards, and will be used as a blocker/receiver this year.
Spencer Faircloth
Position: Quarterback
Height/weight: 6-1, 200
Class: Senior
About Faircloth: Takes over for departed senior D.J. Moore, a dual-threat QB who rushed and passed for more than 800 yards last season. Faircloth is smart with a strong arm, and he'll be responsible for a lot in the Colts' offense after attempting passes in three games last season.
Adrian Jones
Position: Defensive tackle
Height/weight: 6-1, 270
Class: Junior
About Jones: Cape Fear's strongest player, he'll be counted on to anchor the Colts' defensive front. He was named a first-team all-conference performer last year after recording 67 tackles, five sacks, three forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries.
Tarje Robinson
Position: Wide receiver/defensive back
Height/weight: 6-0, 165
Class: Senior
About Robinson: One of only three returning starters on offense, he's expected to play some on both sides of the ball. He caught five passes for 109 yards last season, and three of the receptions were touchdowns.
Jordan Jacob
Position: Kicker/punter
Height/weight: 5-6, 140
Class: Senior
About Jacob: Last season, he led the county with 44 punts, including five that came to rest inside the 20, and a 36.4 average. As a kicker, he made nine field goals, six more than anyone else in the county.