ECU’s compact, rugged back who once carried the Pirates' run game
In the 2008 season, Norman Whitley led East Carolina with 698 rushing yards and four touchdowns on 142 carries, adding seven catches for 83 yards, which shows a versatile, reliable back with real pass-game utility[1][9]. At 5-foot-9 and 186 pounds, he’s described by ECU as a low, thrusting ball carrier with enough strength to finish runs and the hands to be a dependable outlet, while his 51-yard TD catch at Tulane hints at pop beyond the box score[1].
