What's it like to block for Republic football's Nolan Lashley?

REPUBLIC — Nolan Lashley is one of Missouri's angriest runners. The Republic junior will take an inside and hit the teeth of the line. For a regular running back, the play would gain two or three yards. For Lashley, he's turning short running plays into big gains. It's one of his biggest skills and a reason why the Tigers are 6-1. "He is fearless," Republic head coach Ryan Cornelsen said. "He's not afraid of where the hits may come.