Auburn's Billings out for the First Four Games

WR Montez Billings will miss Auburn's 1st four games because of an undisclosed academic issue.The program released a statement Thursday evening, giving at least a timeframe for Billings. The senior did not practice with the team during the spring because of the situation.“This is unfortunate for Montez, but we’ve exhausted all avenues to get him on the field as soon as possible,” senior associate athletic director Rich McGlynn said. “While we don’t necessarily agree with the NCAA’s ruling, we have to respect and abide by their decision.”Billings has practiced all preseason. Billings' ineligibility, means healthy Tigers receivers have a total of 15 career receptions between them. WR Tim Hawthorne, who had 8 catches last year, isn't expected to be ready for the season opener because of a broken foot. The SEC Rocks!