Marion O-Lineman Borens Towers Over Opponents

By Scott Saville, TV9 Sports

Marion offensive lineman Zach Borens (left) runs a drill during practice at Marion High School on Friday, Aug. 10, 2012, in Marion, Iowa. (Jim Slosiarek/KCRG)

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Story Created: Aug 14, 2012 at 9:25 PM CDT

Story Updated: Aug 14, 2012 at 9:25 PM CDT

MARION - Zach Borens, an offensive lineman from Marion High School, is head and shoulders taller than most of his teammates.

At 6-foot-8, 340 pounds, Borens gives the Indians a huge advantage in football's trenches.

TV9's Scott Saville talked to Borens as the Indians get ready for the start of the season.

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