Barion Brown Adds Mental Toughness to his Toolbox [Video]

Barion Brown has skills that cannot be taught. When Daikiel Shorts arrived in Lexington as the new wide receivers coach, the former West Virginia standout was blown away by No. 7.

“I don’t think I’ve ever played with or had anyone as talented who’s just able to stretch the field and make plays downfield as Barion,” Shorts said this week.

Brown can easily run by opponents, but that’s only one part of playing the wide receiver position. To truly unlock his potential, Shorts challenged Brown. The challenges were just as mental as they were physical.

This offseason Shorts created a plan for his wide receivers. Part of that plan started in the weight room. When No. 6 and No. 7 step onto the field next Saturday, you will see that each achieved that goal. Brown received immediate benefits from reaching those short-term goals.

“It felt great, just setting some goals for myself and actually exceeding the goals,” said Brown. “It …