IMO I think it would be ideal to bring Lingard along slowly throughout the season. Let's say up to week 6-8 see how he handles a light relief type role (in blowout games) & then unleash a fresh/fresher Lingard on the CFB world for the last 4 regular season games, ACCCG, & playoffs.
But then again what do I know, I'm just sitting at a desk playing make believe football coach.
But then again what do I know, I'm just sitting at a desk playing make believe football coach.