"He's had to learn a totally different system," says Vignali. "He's come in and fit in."

But Sorbara hasn't gone it alone.

"Coach Restic and Coach Glueck have been really fair and really helpful," he says. "And vigs and Robert have been great. They've been really friendly, which is important to me as a sophomore."

As this season has progressed, so has Sorbara, says Glueck, who seems impressed with his accomplishments. "He's adjusted very well," Glueck says. "Being a sophomore starter put him under a lot of pressure. "We've been pleased with George. He's a real competitor.

"In our scheme of things, we need a wingback for blocking and counters, and he has an excellent feel for running counters."

More Goals

Now that Sorbara has his starting spot, he has set some more goals for himself.

First, "We have to win the Yale game to set the tone for next year," he says, "It's important."

As for next season, Sorbara keeps the whole squad in mind. "I hope I can remain a part of the team," he says. "I think I can get the ball more next year and the year after that, but I just enjoy playing."

With both Sorbara and Santiago returning next year, Glueck says he isn't sure what will happen. "It's nice to know you have two starters returning," he says. "I'd hate to move [Sorbara] out of wingback with all the experience he has."

People in the know have high expectations.

"Sorbara's gonna be a star," says senior offensive tackle Roger Caron.

"He has to get stronger physically," says Glueck, "but he's potentially as good a wingback as we've ever had."