Dennis Batiste brings bursty, big-play upside to Valpo’s backfield
In the 2006 season, Dennis Batiste flashed efficient explosiveness for Valparaiso, posting 54 rushing yards on 7 carries with a touchdown and a 7.7 yards-per-carry average. He stands out as a compact, quick-hit runner with scoring upside rather than a volume back, and his early-career production suggests he can capitalize when given clean lanes. For a team that wants a decisive, north-south runner who can turn limited touches into real damage, he’s a fit; for a workhorse role, the sample points to more complementary value than every-down dominance.
