Here's a scary thought for SEC offenses: Ty'Ron Hopper wasn't comfortable last year. That was the case, according to his position coach. "The great year that he had I don't think he was really comfortable," linebackers coach and co-coordinator D.J. Smith said. "Getting those calls that we have in practice he looks a little bit more comfortable, is able to pick things up a step faster and able to communicate better." After passing on the NFL draft Hopper, has added 10 pounds to his frame to hit 235 this spring, but Baker's been more impressed with Hopper's grasp of the defense and his assignments. "He's got a different demeanor about himself this spring," Baker said. "Much more business-like. I'll put it that way." - Columbia Daily Tribune