Riley McKnight understands his role with the Oak Ridge War Eagles.

Be accountable. Block. Return punts. Catch passes when it’s time to throw the ball. Block. Set an example for your teammates. Block some more.

“We know we’re a running football team from the beginning,” McKnight said.

Oak Ridge’s junior wide receiver/return specialist caught three passes for 69 yards, including a touchdown, and added 21 yards on the ground in last week’s 41-23 loss to A&M Consolidated. It was the War Eagles’ first loss of the season, and McKnight received half of the votes in the balloting for Montgomery County Player of the Week. click here for full story