It's definitely Bartch's position to lose. If someone does beat him out for the spot, well that would speak volumes for the depth or development we have at that position. I think we give Fortner similar treatment as Bartch, perhaps on a more accelerated timeline. Not starting this season, but take the year to bulk up, get a ton of practice reps, learn the schemes, line reads, etc and have him ready to replace Shatley next year. Even with a monster like Scherff on his right, I don't think you send a rook into those trenches immediately unless he is wowing coaches on a daily basis in practices and drills.

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