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Tray Herndon WR, Minnesota Golden Gophers 05/12/08, Time: 11:15 pm |
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SportingNews.com is reporting Herndon has been granted a release from his scholarship by head coach Tim Brewster and will not return to the team in 2008. |
| Analysis: |
Herndon was expected to be a solid No. 2 option for the Gophers in 2008, but this will likely allow Eric Decker to see a few more catches in his direction. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Manase Tonga RB, Brigham Young Cougars 05/12/08, Time: 8:49 pm |
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SI.com is reporting Tonga has been ruled academically ineligible for the 2008 season. |
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Tonga could return to school in 2009, but his absence will open more carries for Fui Vakapuna and Harvey Unga. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Keith Nichol QB, Oklahoma Sooners 05/09/08, Time: 12:35 am |
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USAToday.com is reporting Nichol has decided to transfer from Oklahoma. |
| Analysis: |
Michigan State has been mentioned as a possibility, but a couple of other schools could emerge for Nichol's services. Keep an eye on this quarterback, he was a solid recruit coming out of high school. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Preston Brown RB, Arkansas State Indians 05/09/08, Time: 12:11 am |
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The Associated Press is reporting Brown has been indefinitely suspended from the team for a violation of team rules. |
| Analysis: |
Brown is expected to backup Reggie Arnold in the upcoming season. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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G.J. Kinne QB, Tulsa Golden Hurricane 05/07/08, Time: 9:31 pm |
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Sportsline.com is reporting Kinne has decided to transfer from Texas to Tulsa and will be eligible for the 2009 season. |
| Analysis: |
Kinne will be a contender for the starting job in 2009 - keep his name on your watchlist. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Ryan Mallett QB, Arkansas Razorbacks 05/02/08, Time: 2:59 pm |
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ESPN.com is reporting Mallett has been denied a request for immediate eligibility for the 2008 season. |
| Analysis: |
Casey Dick will enter 2008 as the team's starting quarterback, but Mallett will be the leader in 2009. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Ryan Perrilloux QB, Louisiana State Tigers 05/02/08, Time: 10:07 am |
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USAToday.com is reporting Perrilloux has been dismissed from the team. |
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With Perrilloux gone, Jarrett Lee, Andrew Hatch and Jordan Jefferson will be the top quarterbacks contending for the starting nod. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Ben Mauk QB, Cincinnati Bearcats 04/30/08, Time: 12:54 pm |
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Bearcat Insider is reporting the NCAA has turned down Mauk's appeal for an additional year of eligibility. "This is just another step through the NCAA process and is nothing out of the ordinary," said Head Coach Brian Kelly. "The Mauks will continue to work through it. The next step in the NCAA process will give Ben his first opportunity to speak directly with the Student-Athlete Reinstatement Committee." |
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Unless Mauk somehow wins his appeal, Dustin Grutza, Demetrius Jones and Chazz Anderson will be competing for the number one job. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Preston Parker WR, Florida State Seminoles 04/29/08, Time: 9:53 pm |
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The Associated Press is reporting Parker has had a charge of petty theft dropped, after paying $200 dollars in court costs. Parker was facing this charge before his recent arrest on drug and weapon charges. |
| Analysis: |
Rumblings around Tallahassee seem to indicate Parker will miss the first three games of the 2008 season - but nothing has been confirmed. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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J.J. Bass RB, Iowa State Cyclones 04/29/08, Time: 9:44 pm |
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ESPN.com is reporting Bass has been suspended for a violation of team rules. |
| Analysis: |
Bass was in competition for the starting job, but Alexander Robinson should be the leader at this point. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Taylor Bennett QB, Louisiana Tech Bulldogs 04/28/08, Time: 12:50 pm |
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ESPN.com is reporting Bennett has officially transferred to Louisiana Tech and will be eligible for the 2008 season. |
| Analysis: |
Bennett was believed to be headed to Ruston for a while, but was uncertain if he would get eligible for this season. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Dustin Grutza QB, Cincinnati Bearcats 04/27/08, Time: 8:07 pm |
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SportingNews.com is reporting Bearcats head coach Brian Kelly has indicated if the season would begin today, Grutza would be his starting quarterback. |
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Considering a lot could change for the Bearcats in fall practice, don't put a lot of stock in this...for now. Redshirt freshman Chazz Anderson (who we were high on last year) and Demetrius Jones are still in the mix. Also, Ben Mauk's appeal for an extra year is still pending. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Patrick Cowan QB, UCLA Bruins 04/27/08, Time: 8:02 pm |
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Updating a previous report, Cowan will miss the entire 2008 season with a torn ACL. |
| Analysis: |
With Cowan out, Ben Olson becomes the leader for the starting quarterback spot. However, don't be surprised if junior college transfer Kevin Craft gets involved in the mix. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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David Johnson QB, Tulsa Golden Hurricane 04/26/08, Time: 9:23 pm |
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As we have indicated throughout the offseason, Johnson is expected to head into fall practice as the Golden Hurricane's number one quarterback. |
| Analysis: |
Johnson, Clark Harrell and Jacob Bower will continue their battle in the fall, but expect Johnson to come away with the starting nod. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Jeff Smith RB, Boston College Eagles 04/26/08, Time: 9:13 pm |
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SportingNews.com is reporting Smith has told Eagles head coach Jeff Jagodzinski that he would like to return to the team in 2008 - assuming he gets medical clearance. Smith sat out the 2007 season as a result of a head injury. |
| Analysis: |
Smith is known for his returns, but the running back depth at Boston College is thin and he would certainly provide a backup option for Josh Haden. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Patrick Cowan QB, UCLA Bruins 04/25/08, Time: 12:45 am |
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ESPN.com is reporting Cowan suffered a partially torn ACL in practice and is out indefinitely. |
| Analysis: |
Cowan is expected to start the 2008 season as the Bruins number one quarterback, but any delay in recovering from his injury could push Ben Olson back into the starting job. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Ben Olson QB, UCLA Bruins 04/25/08, Time: 12:40 am |
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USAToday.com is reporting Olson suffered a broken bone in his right foot. |
| Analysis: |
Olson is expected to miss six to eight weeks. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Ben Mauk QB, Cincinnati Bearcats 04/24/08, Time: 2:00 pm |
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The Atlanta Journal Constitution is reporting Wake Forest head coach Jim Grobe has wrote a letter to the NCAA in support of Mauk's appeal for an additional year of eligibility. |
| Analysis: |
Mauk is appealing the NCAA's denial of an additional year and a ruling should come in the next week. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Tommy Beecher QB, South Carolina Gamecocks 04/23/08, Time: 2:22 pm |
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SportingNews.com is reporting Gamecocks head coach Steve Spurrier has indicated if the season started today, Beecher would be his starting quarterback. |
| Analysis: |
Beecher or Chris Smelley is not much of a fantasy option at this point. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Rudy Carpenter QB, Arizona State Sun Devils 04/22/08, Time: 10:35 pm |
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Sportsline.com is reporting Carpenter will undergo surgery on the thumb of his throwing hand. |
| Analysis: |
This thumb injury bothered Carpenter last season, but surgery should help heal this in time for the 2008 season. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Preston Parker WR, Florida State Seminoles 04/22/08, Time: 2:34 pm |
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ESPN.com is reporting Parker was arrested early Tuesday morning on drug and weapon charges. |
| Analysis: |
Parker is the Seminoles top fantasy option in 2008, but his status with the university is uncertain. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Pat White QB, West Virginia Mountaineers 04/20/08, Time: 8:56 pm |
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The Pittsburgh Post Gazette is reporting the Mountaineers have adjusted well to offensive coordinator Jeff Mullen's offense. Additionally, White has continued to progress as a passer this spring. |
| Analysis: |
White could throw a little more than in previous years, but he'll be one of the top ten fantasy quarterbacks in 2008. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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David Johnson QB, Tulsa Golden Hurricane 04/20/08, Time: 8:53 pm |
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In Tulsa's spring game, Johnson completed 11 of 18 passes for 198 yards and two touchdowns. |
| Analysis: |
As expected, Johnson is the leader for the Golden Hurricane starting quarterback position. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Mark Sanchez QB, Southern California Trojans 04/15/08, Time: 7:50 pm |
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SI.com is reporting Trojans head coach Pete Carroll has named Sanchez the starting quarterback. |
| Analysis: |
No real surprise, as we have believed Sanchez would beat Mitch Mustain for the starting job since the middle of last season. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Antwain Easterling RB, Southern Mississippi Golden Eagles 04/14/08, Time: 9:26 pm |
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ESPN.com is reporting Easterling has decided to leave Southern Mississippi. Easterling was a huge recruit for the Golden Eagles, but didn't make an impact on the field last season and was serving a suspension for violating team rules. |
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With Easterling not returning, it's possible Damion Fletcher could see a few more carries in his direction this season, but not much overall fantasy impact. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Patrick Cowan QB, UCLA Bruins 04/13/08, Time: 1:27 pm |
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ESPN.com is reporting the Bruins have decided to open the 2008 season with Cowan as the starting quarterback. |
| Analysis: |
Ben Olson has been inconsistent his entire career and although Cowan may not have the intangibles, he has proven to be a solid player. At this point, don't consider Cowan for fantasy consideration. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Jamie Hampton QB, Troy State Trojans 04/12/08, Time: 11:17 pm |
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The Dothan Eagle is reporting Hampton has been named the Trojans number one quarterback going into fall drills. |
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Assuming Hampton can hold onto the starting job, he has a ton of fantasy upside for owners in 2008. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Kenny Lewis RB, Virginia Tech Hokies 04/11/08, Time: 11:35 pm |
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The Associated Press is reporting Lewis will miss four to six months with a shoulder injury. |
| Analysis: |
Lewis is hoping to return in time for fall practice and assuming he does, should start as the Hokies number one running back. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Jonathan Crompton QB, Tennessee Volunteers 04/11/08, Time: 11:24 pm |
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SportingNews.com is reporting Crompton will undergo elbow surgery to remove a loose particle. |
| Analysis: |
Crompton is expected to miss three to six weeks, but shouldn't impact his status as the top quarterback on the Volunteer depth chart. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Mark Sanchez QB, Southern California Trojans 04/09/08, Time: 9:30 pm |
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The Los Angeles Times is reporting Sanchez appears to be putting some distance between he and Mitch Mustain for the starting job. |
| Analysis: |
As we've indicated all along, look for Sanchez to be the starting quarterback for the Trojans. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Chris Bell WR, Penn State Nittany Lions 04/08/08, Time: 6:46 pm |
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ESPN.com is reporting Bell has been dismissed from the team, due to charges of threatening another player with a knife. |
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Bell nabbed seven receptions in 2007 and was expected to play a backup role in the receiving corps once again. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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James Montgomery RB, Washington State Cougars 04/08/08, Time: 11:39 am |
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The Seattle Times is reporting Montgomery has decided to transfer from California to Washington State. |
| Analysis: |
Montgomery will be one to watch in 2009, especially in what should be a high-powered Cougar offensive attack. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Emmanuel Moody RB, Florida Gators 04/04/08, Time: 10:47 pm |
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ESPN.com's Chris Low is reporting Moody has not picked up the Gator offense as quickly has head coach Urban Meyer would've liked this spring. |
| Analysis: |
Moody will still see carries in the Gator backfield, but Chris Rainey - a potential impact redshirt freshmen - has been stealing the spotlight at the running back position this spring. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Steven Threet QB, Michigan Wolverines 04/04/08, Time: 10:37 pm |
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The Detroit Free Press is reporting Wolverines head coach Rich Rodriguez has indicated he will play two quarterbacks - if needed - in 2008. |
| Analysis: |
Rodriguez has also indicated Threet and Nick Sheridan have distanced themselves from David Cone for the top spot. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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G.J. Kinne QB, Texas Longhorns 04/04/08, Time: 10:31 pm |
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The American-Statesman is reporting Kinne has decided to transfer from Texas. |
| Analysis: |
Kinne is a talented quarterback, but faced a crowded depth chart at Texas. Louisiana Tech is a possibility, but the quarterback has not mentioned his transfer destination. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Ryan Perrilloux QB, Louisiana State Tigers 04/03/08, Time: 9:27 pm |
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ESPN.com is reporting Perrilloux won't play in the Tigers upcoming spring game, but will rejoin the team on Sunday. |
| Analysis: |
Perrilloux should be a top 50 fantasy quarterback, but draft him only as a backup. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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James Johnson WR, Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets 04/02/08, Time: 9:24 pm |
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ESPN.com is reporting Johnson has decided to give up football and won't play for the Yellow Jackets in 2008. |
| Analysis: |
Johnson was expected to be the top receiver for the Yellow Jackets. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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James Bailey WR, Indiana Hoosiers 04/02/08, Time: 8:55 pm |
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HeraldTimesOnline.com is reporting Bailey has decided to transfer from Indiana. |
| Analysis: |
Bailey has not announced where he will transfer to, but this is a tough loss for a team trying to replace James Hardy in 2008. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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D.J. Donley WR, Purdue Boilermakers 04/01/08, Time: 5:09 pm |
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SI.com is reporting Donley will transfer from Georgia Tech to Purdue. The former Yellow Jacket will have three years of eligibility left and will be able to join the team in 2009. |
| Analysis: |
Although Danny Hope will be taking over for Joe Tiller in 2009, don't expect the pass-first Boilermakers to change much. Donley will be an interesting prospect to watch and someone fantasy owners should keep in mind for next season. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Jaybo Shaw QB, Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets 04/01/08, Time: 8:11 am |
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USAToday.com is reporting Shaw was arrested at a party for underage drinking. Shaw was later released on $500 dollars bond. |
| Analysis: |
Shaw is expected to challenge for the starting job this fall. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Percy Harvin WR, Florida Gators 03/31/08, Time: 9:03 pm |
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Updating a previous report, SportingNews.com is reporting Harvin will miss the rest of spring practice due to a heel injury. In addition to sitting out the rest of spring practice, Harvin will likely undergo surgery to repair his injured heel. |
| Analysis: |
Harvin is expected to be 100 percent for fall practice if he undergoes surgery. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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James Montgomery RB, California Bears 03/30/08, Time: 8:20 pm |
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The Sacramento Bee is reporting Montgomery will likely transfer to Florida - where he will be eligible for the 2009 season. |
| Analysis: |
Montgomery would be a solid addition to the Gators, but he will have to sit out the 2008 season. Montgomery has not made his official decision and appears to be waiting on the Gators to offer a scholarship. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Graig Cooper RB, Miami-Florida Hurricanes 03/29/08, Time: 12:09 am |
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In Saturday's spring game, Cooper rushed for 91 yards and scored two touchdowns on eight carries. |
| Analysis: |
Cooper is locked into a battle with Javarris James for the 'Canes number one running back spot. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Robert Marve QB, Miami-Florida Hurricanes 03/29/08, Time: 12:07 am |
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In Saturday's spring game, Marve completed 10 of 22 passes for 93 yards and two interceptions. |
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Marve is considered the leader for the starting job, but should not be considered a fantasy option at this point. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Kodi Burns QB, Auburn Tigers 03/29/08, Time: 12:04 am |
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Burns was named the most valuable offensive player in the 2008 Auburn spring contest. |
| Analysis: |
Burns and Chris Todd are neck and neck for the starting job, but Burns should be considered the leader. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Foswhitt Whittaker RB, Texas Longhorns 03/29/08, Time: 11:58 pm |
| News: |
All indications point to Longhorns head coach Mack Brown waiting until fall practice to name a starting running back. |
| Analysis: |
Whittaker will have a shot in the fall to make a run at starting carries. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Chris Ogbonnaya RB, Texas Longhorns 03/29/08, Time: 11:50 pm |
| News: |
All indications point to Longhorns head coach Mack Brown waiting until fall practice to name a starting running back. |
| Analysis: |
Ogbonnaya will return to fall practice as likely the starting back, but Vondrell McGee and Foswhitt Whittaker are close on his heels. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Vondrell McGee RB, Texas Longhorns 03/29/08, Time: 11:44 pm |
| News: |
All indications point to Longhorns head coach Mack Brown waiting until fall practice to name a starting running back. |
| Analysis: |
McGee and Foswhitt Whittaker had a solid showing in the recent spring contest, but both players are still competing with Chris Ogbonnaya for the starting nod. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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DeMoreo Ford WR, Kentucky Wildcats 03/29/08, Time: 11:38 pm |
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SportingNews.com is reporting Ford suffered a ruptured patella tendon in his knee and may miss the 2008 season. |
| Analysis: |
With Keenan Burton and Steve Johnson graduating, the Wildcats cannot afford to lose many more players at this position. (Steven Lassan/SportsBuff.com) |
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Mark Sanchez QB, Southern California Trojans 03/27/08, Time: 8:55 pm |
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DailyNews.com is reporting Trojans offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian has been impressed with Sanchez's arm strength. "He has a very powerful arm," Sarkisian said. "The guy closest with that type of arm has been Carson." |
| Analysis: |
All indications point to Sanchez winning the starting nod for the 2008 season. (Steven Lassan/SB) |
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