Les Miles conducted his second full-scale scrimmage of the spring in Tiger Stadium and came away from the 130-play exercise beaming about his defense’s performance.
“The defense appears to me to be a little bit ahead, a little more advanced than the offense, at this time,” Miles said after the Tigers completed their third week of spring drills. “I would’ve said on Tuesday of this week the offense would probably have been just a little ahead.
“You erase a couple of missed tackles and get the linebacker fits right and you start stripping balls and you’re busting your tail to the ball,” Miles said after the scrimmage, which was closed to media. “The defense looked pretty good today.”
Defensive ends Sam Montgomery and Kendrick Adams, defensive tackle Drake Nevis, linebackers Kelvin Sheppard and Kevin Minter, cornerback Patrick Peterson and free safety Craig Loston were among the defenders earning praise from Miles after the scrimmage.
Peterson had an interception for one of the two takeaways with the other coming on a forced fumble by Nevis and recovery by Minter as the defense held the upper hand.
Montgomery led the way with eight tackles, one for a 2-yard loss, and Sheppard had five tackles. Nevis, who had two sacks and a forced fumble; defensive end Michael Brockers; and Loston were credited with four tackles each, according to statistics provided by LSU.
“We had a good, long work day,” Miles said. “The day was won by the defense. The defense was crisp and they tackled well.
“There were only a few missed tackles, if any. The thing that appears to me is the defense is just faster.”
Monday, March 22, 2010
Sunday, March 21, 2010
RB Ford shines in LSU scrimmage
LSU's HC Les Miles, may have found someone who may help prop up the sagging ground attack.
Redshirt freshman Michael Ford rushed for 76 yards on 16 carries in the second scrimmage of the spring, and Miles said it could be a sign of things to come.
"Michael makes a nice natural cut, gets up into space and he comes out the other side if he can," Miles said according to the Shreveport Times. "He's a good runner, and he's going to give us some carries this fall.". LSU coach Les Miles particularly liked Ford's short-yardage efforts.
"He really took some really difficult snaps up in there for some short yards, 13 carries for 40 yards thereabouts," Miles said. "Both he and Stevan Ridley are competing very well at that spot, and they're dependable."
Ford rushed for 4,854 yards in his Leesville High career but was unable to earn a playing role last season as LSU was stocked at tailback with Charles Scott, Keiland Williams and Ridley. That could change in 2010 with Scott and Williams gone.
Redshirt freshman Michael Ford rushed for 76 yards on 16 carries in the second scrimmage of the spring, and Miles said it could be a sign of things to come.
"Michael makes a nice natural cut, gets up into space and he comes out the other side if he can," Miles said according to the Shreveport Times. "He's a good runner, and he's going to give us some carries this fall.". LSU coach Les Miles particularly liked Ford's short-yardage efforts.
"He really took some really difficult snaps up in there for some short yards, 13 carries for 40 yards thereabouts," Miles said. "Both he and Stevan Ridley are competing very well at that spot, and they're dependable."
Ford rushed for 4,854 yards in his Leesville High career but was unable to earn a playing role last season as LSU was stocked at tailback with Charles Scott, Keiland Williams and Ridley. That could change in 2010 with Scott and Williams gone.
Saturday, March 20, 2010
Ex - Ole Miss Willis Wins Butkus Award As Collegian And Pro
The second-ever Butkus Award, honoring a professional linebacker was presented to Patrick Willis of the San Francisco 49ers Tuesday. The Award was presented by Pro Football Hall of Fame legend and the Award's namesake Dick Butkus, and his son Matt.Willis is the first player to win the Butkus Award in two categories, having won the 2006 Collegiate Butkus Award while playing at Ole Miss. The 6-foot-1, 240-pound, third-year linebacker for the San Francisco 49ers, received 12 first place votes and a total of 50 points. Willis finished the 2009 NFL season with 154 tackles, including 114 for loss and four sacks, three forced fumbles and three interceptions.
Willis edged the 2008 professional Butkus Award winner, DeMarcus Ware of the Dallas Cowboys, who finished with 39 points.
Vols ready to pick up pace in practice with pads next
The Vols capped their opening workweek with a Saturday morning session at Haslam Field. UT coach Derek Dooley said the pace is pretty fast thus far and about to pick up in intensity.
“You throw it all in, throw a lot at them, see what sticks, pick up what doesn’t, throw it back out there,” Dooley said of the team’s adjustment to their new coaches. “Each day will get a little bit more like that. You start understanding the personalities a little bit better and how to coach them.
“But the new dimension’s really going to be Tuesday when we put the shoulder pads on. That’s when real ball starts.”
UT was limited by NCAA rules during its first two days to helmets and shorts. Full pads come Tuesday as the Vols will practice three times in the upcoming week.
Dooley likes what he has seen in the early going from senior tight end Luke Stocker.
“I think there is no question that Luke has a lot of ability. He’s got good size, he’s got the right competitive character and he’s produced. He’s one of those few guys who have shown good production, and I think he’s going to play an important role in our offense.”
Dooley told media representatives Saturday that the opportunity is there for several new faces to make an impact this season.
“We don’t have a lot of productive guys back. They’re all new to me, but there are going to be a lot of them new to you guys too.”
“You throw it all in, throw a lot at them, see what sticks, pick up what doesn’t, throw it back out there,” Dooley said of the team’s adjustment to their new coaches. “Each day will get a little bit more like that. You start understanding the personalities a little bit better and how to coach them.
“But the new dimension’s really going to be Tuesday when we put the shoulder pads on. That’s when real ball starts.”
UT was limited by NCAA rules during its first two days to helmets and shorts. Full pads come Tuesday as the Vols will practice three times in the upcoming week.
Dooley likes what he has seen in the early going from senior tight end Luke Stocker.
“I think there is no question that Luke has a lot of ability. He’s got good size, he’s got the right competitive character and he’s produced. He’s one of those few guys who have shown good production, and I think he’s going to play an important role in our offense.”
Dooley told media representatives Saturday that the opportunity is there for several new faces to make an impact this season.
“We don’t have a lot of productive guys back. They’re all new to me, but there are going to be a lot of them new to you guys too.”
Bulldogs A.J.Green kicking around punt-return opportunity
During his two seasons at Georgia, A.J. Green has established himself as one of the premier, if not the premier wide receiver in the country.
In those two years, Green has totaled 109 receptions, 1,771 yards and 14 touchdowns, numbers that earned him several All-SEC and All-American honors.
Now, the junior wants to add yet another title to his résumé: punt returner. Green has not returned a punt at the collegiate level, but he scored 12 return touchdowns during his high school career. Green was seen fielding punts during drills, and said he is gunning for the starting job.“Yeah, I was talking to coach Mark Richt the other day about returning punts and having me back there,” he said. “It’s something I did in high school.” Green told the Columbus Ledger-Enquirer. "I hope they give me a chance back there. It would be fun. Just adding another dimension to my game." So, let's say you are Mark Richt, and your best player on the offensive side of the ball came to you asking to return punts,give it a moment. What would be your response?
In those two years, Green has totaled 109 receptions, 1,771 yards and 14 touchdowns, numbers that earned him several All-SEC and All-American honors.
Now, the junior wants to add yet another title to his résumé: punt returner. Green has not returned a punt at the collegiate level, but he scored 12 return touchdowns during his high school career. Green was seen fielding punts during drills, and said he is gunning for the starting job.“Yeah, I was talking to coach Mark Richt the other day about returning punts and having me back there,” he said. “It’s something I did in high school.” Green told the Columbus Ledger-Enquirer. "I hope they give me a chance back there. It would be fun. Just adding another dimension to my game." So, let's say you are Mark Richt, and your best player on the offensive side of the ball came to you asking to return punts,give it a moment. What would be your response?
Friday, March 19, 2010
Georgia 'Dawgs set new rules to tackle tailgate trash
Well, here is the scoop for you, UGA football fans on tailgating. Apparently due to more than a few slobs, you now will have limited access to North Campus on game days as part of new rules intended to prevent damage to that historical part of campus.
Tailgating on North Campus can begin only four hours before kickoff, according to the rules the UGA Cabinet released Thursday. Tailgaters also will be barred from bringing tents, kegs, generators, grills and other items to that area on game days.
University officials have been targeting tailgaters and their trash since the Sept. 12 home game when fans dumped about 70 tons of garbage and left mounds of tents, grills, coolers and chairs across the beloved North Campus. Some even urinated on public buildings and defecated outside.
President Michael Adams said the new rules seek to maintain the tradition of tailgating while preserving a historic section of campus. Adams said he still wants fans to be on campus and enjoy the games.
"We just don’t want them to destroy the campus in the process," he said during a media briefing. Shame for shame on you.
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Top recruit in the house? 'Cocks RBs say "Bring It"
The current stable of Gamecock backs are unimpressed with the Lattimore's résumé.
While some were more blunt than others, well here is the scoop,and how it is going down.
Kenny Miles, who led the Gamecocks in rushing in 2009, has three years of eligibility remaining. He shrugged off the acclaim being given to Lattimore.
"That's recruiting; it's going to happen every year," Miles said after a spring practice this week. "Somebody's gonna come in, a new coach or a new player. So, really, the only thing you can do is focus on what you need to do to get better and do your job."
Senior Brian Maddox began last season as the starter and will get another shot at the job.
"It's nothing to me," Maddox said of the Lattimore hype. "Don't get me wrong, he's a great guy, but he's a freshman."
Maddox, Miles and the other veteran tailbacks saw a similar senerio last year, Jarvis Giles was a highly touted freshman who enrolled in the spring, unlike Lattimore.
Giles showed the kind of burst that some of the other backs lacked, but he annoyed coaches by going too much east-to-west running rather than hitting holes.
Maddox, who weighs about 45 pounds more than Giles, emerged as a good goal-line back, rushing for seven touchdowns, but his problem was getting near the goal line. Maddox's per-carry average of 3 yards kept him from holding down the starting spot.
So, Miles held the job for most of the season because he was viewed as the most well-rounded back. Eric Baker was plagued by injuries, and fan favorite Bryce Sherman, the 5-foot-4 former track star was mainly used on kick returns.
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While some were more blunt than others, well here is the scoop,and how it is going down.
Kenny Miles, who led the Gamecocks in rushing in 2009, has three years of eligibility remaining. He shrugged off the acclaim being given to Lattimore.
"That's recruiting; it's going to happen every year," Miles said after a spring practice this week. "Somebody's gonna come in, a new coach or a new player. So, really, the only thing you can do is focus on what you need to do to get better and do your job."
Senior Brian Maddox began last season as the starter and will get another shot at the job.
"It's nothing to me," Maddox said of the Lattimore hype. "Don't get me wrong, he's a great guy, but he's a freshman."
Maddox, Miles and the other veteran tailbacks saw a similar senerio last year, Jarvis Giles was a highly touted freshman who enrolled in the spring, unlike Lattimore.
Giles showed the kind of burst that some of the other backs lacked, but he annoyed coaches by going too much east-to-west running rather than hitting holes.
Maddox, who weighs about 45 pounds more than Giles, emerged as a good goal-line back, rushing for seven touchdowns, but his problem was getting near the goal line. Maddox's per-carry average of 3 yards kept him from holding down the starting spot.
So, Miles held the job for most of the season because he was viewed as the most well-rounded back. Eric Baker was plagued by injuries, and fan favorite Bryce Sherman, the 5-foot-4 former track star was mainly used on kick returns.
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Thursday, March 18, 2010
Vols Dooley on Bryce Brown: As of now he's not a part of the team
The first practice was meant to announce an arrival.A departure overshadowed it.
Derek Dooley officially debuted as the coach at Tennessee. But the curtain apparently has closed on Bryce Brown as a Vols running back.
The former No. 1 recruit in the country was a no-show as UT took the field under Dooley for the first time on Thursday afternoon, one day after the new coach indicated Brown hadn't approached him about possibly leaving the program.
"As of now he's not a part of the team," Dooley said.
Ex Vols coach Kiffin apologizes for being Über-sexy for Esquire
No.16 seed Kiffin, with the exception of one hours-long blip Tuesday afternoon, has held a substantial lead over LPGA touring pro and No.1 seed Natalie Gulbis in the field of 64 hopefuls vying for America's nod at their respective sexiness. Kiffin continues to hold a solid lead over Gulbis, pulling in 43,809 votes to the golfer's 31,452. So...now have we all seen it all!Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Razorback's Petrino shakes up early RB depth chart
Arkansas has released its spring depth chart, and it contains at least a mild surprise.
The Razorbacks' two leading returning rushers, Broderick Green and Dennis Johnson, find themselves at No. 3 and No. 4, respectively, on the way too early depth chart. Green led the Razorbacks with 442 yards last season.
Ronnie Wingo Jr., not to be confused with Ronnie Wingo Sr., sits atop the depth chart after rushing for 319 yards in 2009, and head coach Bobby Petrino has fellow sophomore Knile Davis , listed as his backup at the position.
The Razorbacks' two leading returning rushers, Broderick Green and Dennis Johnson, find themselves at No. 3 and No. 4, respectively, on the way too early depth chart. Green led the Razorbacks with 442 yards last season.
Ronnie Wingo Jr., not to be confused with Ronnie Wingo Sr., sits atop the depth chart after rushing for 319 yards in 2009, and head coach Bobby Petrino has fellow sophomore Knile Davis , listed as his backup at the position.
Urban 'back in charge, storming around'
Urban Meyer is back as Florida's head coach.
And, it seems, not a whole lot has changed during his sabbatical. At least as far as one early impression is concerned.
While the Associated Press reports that Meyer "is clearly less involved in certain aspects" of his team, the Gainesville Sun's Ray FitzGerald paints a slightly different picture. FitzGerald is live "threading" from the first practice of Florida's spring session, and has included the following entries:
- "Urban is back in charge, storming around and yelling like he always does."
- "Urban seems like same old Urban. Loud enough to hear on 13th street."
- "Urban is everywhere."
So, Meyer is back and seemingly not a lot has changed.
And, it seems, not a whole lot has changed during his sabbatical. At least as far as one early impression is concerned.
While the Associated Press reports that Meyer "is clearly less involved in certain aspects" of his team, the Gainesville Sun's Ray FitzGerald paints a slightly different picture. FitzGerald is live "threading" from the first practice of Florida's spring session, and has included the following entries:
- "Urban is back in charge, storming around and yelling like he always does."
- "Urban seems like same old Urban. Loud enough to hear on 13th street."
- "Urban is everywhere."
So, Meyer is back and seemingly not a lot has changed.
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Confusion at UT over who is allowed, and when, at practices
An apparent misunderstanding has some Tennessee football lettermen concerned about head coach Derek Dooley's policy decisions.
The problem began in mid-February when Dooley cleared UT's indoor practice facility of all visitors not involved in the upcoming conditioning drills.
Unknown to Dooley, former UT players were in the group escorted from the building, according to senior associate athletic director David Blackburn.
Blackburn said that Dooley has since spoken to the board of UT's Lettermen's Club and sent a letter to former players, mostly to welcome them on campus, although with a few stipulations.
Most importantly, if a former player wants to attend practice, he's asked to inform the
football office beforehand.
"The lettermen are always welcome here to stop in and visit," said Blackburn. "They're always welcome at practice."
Dooley was not available for comment Monday, but did speak to former defensive tackle Wes Brown, one of the players escorted from UT's complex.
Brown said Dooley called Monday to apologize and the two even joked about the situation. Brown said Dooley said he wants former players to be involved and is the opposite of the reputation that is preceding him among some former lettermen.
"He was basically telling me there were so many fresh faces in the complex," Brown said. "I understand that. I wasn't upset or mad."
Brown said he didn't think much about being asked to leave, that he only planned to stay for a few minutes and was close to leaving for class anyway.
Brown said UT's last coach, Lane Kiffin, also had a small circle of confidants he trusted in the early days of his tenure before opening up.
Brown said he understands the need for security, that onlookers could be from other schools.
"I'd want you out of there, too," Brown said. "It was pretty odd how fast word traveled among former players."
Before Dooley addressed the problem with Brown and other lettermen, rumors circulated among former players that they might not be welcome at practice and during team functions.
Former UT safety Eric Berry, who has been preparing for the NFL draft since January, said he planned to meet with Dooley today.
"That was one of the things I'm going to bring up," the All-American said of the snub Monday on the News Sentinel's radio show, The Sports Page.
Berry said he heard of the new rumored policies.
"One of my former teammates called and told me that (Dooley) had kicked a few guys out of practice and they weren't able to watch practice," Berry said. "I got a message from someone else saying that they were also kicked out of practice.
"They were very upset about it. I was trying to figure out what was going on. I thought a lot of people were just playing ,joking, but I found out it was a serious matter."
Berry admitted he wasn't completely clear on the new policies. But if he's asked to give back, financially or otherwise, he expects to be welcomed by the athletic program.
"They're going to ask us to give back, but at the same time people have played here," Berry said. "We've played, sweat and cried. It's been a big deal. A lot of people have put a lot of time into Tennessee and the 'T' on our helmet.
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The problem began in mid-February when Dooley cleared UT's indoor practice facility of all visitors not involved in the upcoming conditioning drills.
Unknown to Dooley, former UT players were in the group escorted from the building, according to senior associate athletic director David Blackburn.
Blackburn said that Dooley has since spoken to the board of UT's Lettermen's Club and sent a letter to former players, mostly to welcome them on campus, although with a few stipulations.
Most importantly, if a former player wants to attend practice, he's asked to inform the
football office beforehand.
"The lettermen are always welcome here to stop in and visit," said Blackburn. "They're always welcome at practice."
Dooley was not available for comment Monday, but did speak to former defensive tackle Wes Brown, one of the players escorted from UT's complex.
Brown said Dooley called Monday to apologize and the two even joked about the situation. Brown said Dooley said he wants former players to be involved and is the opposite of the reputation that is preceding him among some former lettermen.
"He was basically telling me there were so many fresh faces in the complex," Brown said. "I understand that. I wasn't upset or mad."
Brown said he didn't think much about being asked to leave, that he only planned to stay for a few minutes and was close to leaving for class anyway.
Brown said UT's last coach, Lane Kiffin, also had a small circle of confidants he trusted in the early days of his tenure before opening up.
Brown said he understands the need for security, that onlookers could be from other schools.
"I'd want you out of there, too," Brown said. "It was pretty odd how fast word traveled among former players."
Before Dooley addressed the problem with Brown and other lettermen, rumors circulated among former players that they might not be welcome at practice and during team functions.
Former UT safety Eric Berry, who has been preparing for the NFL draft since January, said he planned to meet with Dooley today.
"That was one of the things I'm going to bring up," the All-American said of the snub Monday on the News Sentinel's radio show, The Sports Page.
Berry said he heard of the new rumored policies.
"One of my former teammates called and told me that (Dooley) had kicked a few guys out of practice and they weren't able to watch practice," Berry said. "I got a message from someone else saying that they were also kicked out of practice.
"They were very upset about it. I was trying to figure out what was going on. I thought a lot of people were just playing ,joking, but I found out it was a serious matter."
Berry admitted he wasn't completely clear on the new policies. But if he's asked to give back, financially or otherwise, he expects to be welcomed by the athletic program.
"They're going to ask us to give back, but at the same time people have played here," Berry said. "We've played, sweat and cried. It's been a big deal. A lot of people have put a lot of time into Tennessee and the 'T' on our helmet.
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USC's Gamecocks spring practice schedule
The Gamecocks are back at it Tuesday at the Bluff Road Proving Grounds for the second of 15 spring football practices.
All practice sessions are open to the public. Most practices will take place at the Bluff Road practice fields. Scrimmages will take place at Williams-Brice Stadium. All dates and times are subject to change.
Tuesday, March 16, 7 p.m.
Friday, March 19, 4 p.m.
Saturday, March 20, 10 a.m. (Scrimmage)
Tuesday, March 23, 7 p.m.
Thursday, March 25, 7 p.m.
Friday, March 26, 4 p.m.
Saturday, March 27, 10 a.m. (Scrimmage)
Tuesday, March 30, 7 p.m.
Thursday, April 1, 7 p.m.
Friday, April 2, 4 p.m.
Tuesday, April 6, 7 p.m.
Wednesday, April 7, 7 p.m.
Friday, April 9, 4 p.m.
Saturday, April 10 (Garnet & Black Spring Game), 4 p.m.
All practice sessions are open to the public. Most practices will take place at the Bluff Road practice fields. Scrimmages will take place at Williams-Brice Stadium. All dates and times are subject to change.
Tuesday, March 16, 7 p.m.
Friday, March 19, 4 p.m.
Saturday, March 20, 10 a.m. (Scrimmage)
Tuesday, March 23, 7 p.m.
Thursday, March 25, 7 p.m.
Friday, March 26, 4 p.m.
Saturday, March 27, 10 a.m. (Scrimmage)
Tuesday, March 30, 7 p.m.
Thursday, April 1, 7 p.m.
Friday, April 2, 4 p.m.
Tuesday, April 6, 7 p.m.
Wednesday, April 7, 7 p.m.
Friday, April 9, 4 p.m.
Saturday, April 10 (Garnet & Black Spring Game), 4 p.m.
No fake grass for the Tide
There's a rumor making the Internet rounds that field turf or something of its being is slated to be put in place at Alabama's Bryant-Denny Stadium.
Fear not, real grass 'Bama fans.
The University of Alabama has had exactly one spring practice and players are now taking off a week for spring break, but the rumors fly. The latest one of that field turf, or some form of artificial turf, will be installed at Bryant-Denny Stadium is the infacto. It's not going to happen, according to Thad Turnipseed, UA’s director of athletic facilities.“Zero chance,” he said. “It hasn’t even been discussed.” So much for that.
Fear not, real grass 'Bama fans.
The University of Alabama has had exactly one spring practice and players are now taking off a week for spring break, but the rumors fly. The latest one of that field turf, or some form of artificial turf, will be installed at Bryant-Denny Stadium is the infacto. It's not going to happen, according to Thad Turnipseed, UA’s director of athletic facilities.“Zero chance,” he said. “It hasn’t even been discussed.” So much for that.
Monday, March 15, 2010
Tennessee still in lead for tight end Heuerman
The 6-foot-5, 230-pound tight end from Barron Collier High School in Naples, Fla., is preparing for a whirlwind tour of some of the schools that have shown him the most interest.
Later this month, he'll visit Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Notre Dame and possibly Purdue. Of those schools, only Purdue has officially offered Heuerman a scholarship.
"I've got nine offers. Tennessee is my biggest one," said Heuerman, who also has offers from Michigan State, Rutgers, South Florida, Maryland, Memphis, Florida Atlantic and Florida International.
The early offer during a standout visit to UT's junior day last month has put the Vols in prime position.
"Tennessee, they're in the lead," Heuerman said. "They're out and away in the lead so far."
Of course, that could change if other schools start offering.
Heuerman said Georgia, South Carolina and Notre Dame have been recruiting him heavily.
Florida has recently shown interest.
Those schools won't have much time to decide on Heuerman, who plans to announce his decision in June.
"I'm kind of narrowing it down now," he said.
Heuerman will also visit UT again for its Orange and White Game on April 17. Heuerman said the distance between his home in South Florida and Knoxville won't be a factor in his decision thanks to a discount airline that offers inexpensive, direct flights between nearby Punta Gorda to Knoxville.
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Later this month, he'll visit Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Notre Dame and possibly Purdue. Of those schools, only Purdue has officially offered Heuerman a scholarship.
"I've got nine offers. Tennessee is my biggest one," said Heuerman, who also has offers from Michigan State, Rutgers, South Florida, Maryland, Memphis, Florida Atlantic and Florida International.
The early offer during a standout visit to UT's junior day last month has put the Vols in prime position.
"Tennessee, they're in the lead," Heuerman said. "They're out and away in the lead so far."
Of course, that could change if other schools start offering.
Heuerman said Georgia, South Carolina and Notre Dame have been recruiting him heavily.
Florida has recently shown interest.
Those schools won't have much time to decide on Heuerman, who plans to announce his decision in June.
"I'm kind of narrowing it down now," he said.
Heuerman will also visit UT again for its Orange and White Game on April 17. Heuerman said the distance between his home in South Florida and Knoxville won't be a factor in his decision thanks to a discount airline that offers inexpensive, direct flights between nearby Punta Gorda to Knoxville.
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Lure of starting job led LSU's Eugene to position switch
LSU defensive backs coach Ron Cooper approached Jai Eugene about switching positions.Eugene had only played cornerback in his college career. He knew moving to free safety may represent his best chance to earn a starting role.
“I just wanted to play,” Eugene said. “I thought if push came to shove, I’d move back to corner. But I’m liking safety. It’s a place I feel I can make more plays and showcase my talents. Sometimes, I wish I would have moved back there earlier.”
The departure of Jones, who left following his junior season to enter the NFL draft and that of the development of sophomore Morris Claiborne at cornerback, led to the decision.
“As a football player, it’s expanding my knowledge of the game,” said Eugene, who plans to coach one day. “I understand the defense better. When you’re a cornerback, you really only worry about your side of the field. I have to cover the whole field now, make sure nothing gets past me.”
So, first things first, he must win the job.
“As long as we’re taking snaps this spring, we’re going to evaluate the competition there,” LSU coach Les Miles said.
Eugene has been here before, he lost a starting spot at corner to Peterson two years ago after getting starting in the position for nine straight games as a sophomore.
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Sunday, March 14, 2010
Miss. St. lineman hit with pot charge
According to the Starkville Daily News, and citing unnamed sources, Mississippi State's
Sean Ferguson was arrested Thursday night on a misdemeanor charge of marijuana possession in the vehicle he was driving. Ferguson was taken into custody at 7 p.m., but was released within two hours. A native of Miami, Fla., the 6-foot-3, 245-pound Ferguson had just completed his sophomore season in 2009. Any disciplinary action by MSU football coach Dan Mullen has not been announced at this time, but there was a statement released by team spokesman Joe Galbraith Friday afternoon. In a statement, the school said that they "are aware of the incident and when all of the facts are determined, we will handle the situation appropriately."
Sean Ferguson was arrested Thursday night on a misdemeanor charge of marijuana possession in the vehicle he was driving. Ferguson was taken into custody at 7 p.m., but was released within two hours. A native of Miami, Fla., the 6-foot-3, 245-pound Ferguson had just completed his sophomore season in 2009. Any disciplinary action by MSU football coach Dan Mullen has not been announced at this time, but there was a statement released by team spokesman Joe Galbraith Friday afternoon. In a statement, the school said that they "are aware of the incident and when all of the facts are determined, we will handle the situation appropriately."
Saturday, March 13, 2010
Bama LB...back, Hightower; 'I think he could play in a game right now,' Saban says
So much for that talk about linebacker Dont'a Hightower being held out of contact until August as he recovers from a serious knee injury. "I never said that," Alabama coach Nick Saban said today after the Crimson Tide's first spring football practice."He'll practice every day like everybody else, I think he could play in a game right now."Saban said a determination will be made before each scrimmage if Hightower is good to go. The junior-to-be star tore both ligaments in a knee during the Crimson Tide's fourth game of the 2009 season, a 35-7 victory over Arkansas. The time frame last fall was for Hightower to be sidelined from full contact until preseason workouts begin in August.
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