Hey, no fair takin' on a DB!  Actually, veteran Rice OL Rolf Krueger took on all comers in Friday's
action on the Rice Stadium turf, earning the plaudits of his coaches

Owl defender Andray Downs puts the big hit on QB Chase Clement

Was it hot, or what?

Nevertheless, it was time to put on full pads, although with as many ventilation holes as one could devise

Linemen get after it with intensity in early-evening conditioning drills

Coach Graham stands with hands on hips -- looks like he's not just all that pleased with the goings-on

The guys just couldn't get enough water -- both into them and ON them

Q. looked impressive in Friday's play reps, breaking into the open with regularity

(Photos by Mark Anderson)