Offseason question: Who starts opposite Ryan Kerrigan, Preston Smith or Trent Murphy?

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I'm surprised at how often this question is asked when it seems like such an obvious answer.

We all know Murphy will start opposite Kerrigan week 1. He's the incumbent starter and showed flashes last year he could take the job. Smith will get plenty of opportunities throughout games. As SOON as Smith makes enough plays he'll be the starter. The only question is when/if he'll make those plays.

Of course, Down and Distance will influence there playing time as well.