Ready and relentless: Catholic two-way lineman Connor Finucane relishes pursuits of excellence

Per The Advocate

Once a game begins, it is easy to see why Connor Finucane has become the kind of dual threat most football fans don't know about.

The 6-foot-4, 280-pound Catholic High senior is that rare commodity, a lineman who starts on offense and defense at a Class 5A school. But that isn't the most impressive or intriguing thing about Finucane.

"As a coach, he holds you accountable. You had better be at the top of your game when you're coaching Connor," Catholic coach Gabe Fertitta said. "God forbid that you draw up a play on the board for the offense and there's an unblocked player. He raises his hand and points it out. 'Did you do all your homework coach? Is this play going to work?' His mind works all the time — he analyzes everything."

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