[97fan]

It\'s an interesting question. I was wondering the same thing.

My guess: The break gives the coaches a three-week decision-making period during which they can develop a depth chart, figure out position changes, and make schematic changes to take best advantage of the available talent. The split schedule also allows the staff, in effect, to extend spring ball for another three weeks, because the players continue voluntary strength and conditioning work during the period when they\'re not allowed to practice.

As I said, this is a stab in the dark. Does anyone actually know?

[97fan]

It\'s an interesting question. I was wondering the same thing.

My guess: The break gives the coaches a three-week decision-making period during which they can develop a depth chart, figure out position changes, and make schematic changes to take best advantage of the available talent. The split schedule also allows the staff, in effect, to extend spring ball for another three weeks, because the players continue voluntary strength and conditioning work during the period when they\'re not allowed to practice.

As I said, this is a stab in the dark. Does anyone actually know?