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2008 COLLEGE FOOTBALL - WEEK 1
Air Force
Next game: Air Force at Houston on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/108:15amKeith WilliamsOLProbableAnkleWilliams is expected to play in week 3.
09/072:20pmJared MarvinDLQuestionableKneeMarvin tore the ACL and MCL during spring practice and is still trying to get back to a healthy status. He practiced last week but missed the first two games of the season.
09/048:54amEric HerbortQBOutAcademicsThe backup QB has decided to leave the team and concentrate on academics.
09/0111:01amTy PaffettWROutBackPaffett is still not close to full speed after two surgeries in the off-season. Sophomore Kyle Halderman started at WRZ in the season opener but Air Force didn't need to pass the ball as they rushed for over 400 yards.
09/0110:53amTravis DekkerTEOutAnkleDekker had surgery to repair a fractured bone in his ankle and will miss at least the first four games of the season. Keith Madsen started the season opener and caught three passes, one for a TD.
Akron
Next game: Ball St. at Akron on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/128:12amCowles StewartDLDoubtfulLegThe backup NT was injured in the last game and is doubtful for the Ball St. game.
09/088:57amJoe TuzzeRBQuestionableLegTuzze has yet to play a game this season and his status is completely unknown for week 3.
09/072:50pmRyan BainDTQuestionableFootBain missed the opener after being slowed by a foot injury and did not play against Syracuse either. Akron is short on the DL now with both starters hampered by injury.
08/315:29pmEric LivelyDTOutElbowThe Zips' starting DT is out for three weeks with an elbow injury. Look for Hasan Hazime to start in his place until the DT is ready to go.
Alabama
Next game: West. Kentucky at Alabama on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/119:01amMarlon DavisOLQuestionableHamstringThe right guard pulled his left hamstring on the first series of the Tulane game in week 2 and did not return. Teammates are hoping Davis can rejoin the starting lineup this weekend.
09/096:35pmAndre SmithOLProbableKneeThe 1st Team SEC and Jacobs Blocking Trophy winner was helped off the field of the season opener with a knee injury. He missed week 2's contest but is expected to play this weekend.
09/081:26pmLeigh TiffinKQuestionableHeadTiffin got absolutely de-cleated on a kickoff early in the game and it's possible that vicious hit really rung his bell. He wasn't even on the sidelines. The kickoff on which he got drilled, by the way, was called back when Tulane went off-sides. Corey Smith poorly replaced Tiffin missing an extra point and a 37-yard field goal try.
09/081:22pmJavier ArenasDB/KRProbableHeadThe Alabama junior was the victim of a helmet-rattling hit and could not return to the game Saturday. He is expected to play this weekend vs. W.Ky.
09/075:46pmEarl AlexanderWRQuestionableAnkleAlexander had an ankle injury flare up during the season opener. He missed some practice time and couldn't play in week 2.
09/075:44pmWill OakleyWRQuestionableFootOakley suffered a stress fracture in his foot in summer conditioning work and did not practicing during fall camp. He did not play in the first two games but coaching staff say he is getting closer to 100% and might be able to play in week 3.
08/298:31amBrandon GibsonWROutSuspensionThe redshirt freshman backup won't be available to play in Alabama's first two games as a result of an inadvertent secondary NCAA rules violation.
08/219:43pmEzekial KnightLBOutIllnessKnight has been forced to give up football altogether. He has a heart condition that has prevented him from playing at all this year. Knight started 12 games in '07 with 64 tackles and 3 sacks. Freshman Jerrell Harris is slated to replace him.
08/164:59pmPrince HallLBOutSuspendedHall will serve a 3-game suspension for team rules violations. The former starter will practice with the team and be available for the SEC opener at Arkansas. Coach Saban has not disclosed the reason for Hall's suspension.
08/164:58pmJimmy JohnsLBOutDisciplinaryProjected starter Johns has been charged with five counts of selling cocaine and one count of possession of a controlled substance. His replacement Prince Hall has been suspended for the 3 games leaving the WLB position extremely thin.
Arizona
Next game: Arizona at New Mexico on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/096:06pmXavier KelleyLBQuestionableAnkleKelley suffered an ankle injury in the last game "he will be limited for a couple days," Coach Stoops said. "We hope to get him back, we will see." Replacing him was reserve Sterling Lewis, and he didn't disappoint. Lewis recorded a team-high 12 tackles in Kelley's absence, showing the Wildcats they have a viable option if Kelley is unable to go against New Mexico this Saturday.
09/096:02pmMike TurnerDBOutSuspensionThe reserve defensive back has been suspended for the entire year.
09/095:58pmLolomana MikaeleDTOutSuspensionThe sophomore reserve missed the first two games and is out indefinitely.
09/099:57amRob GronkowskiTEQuestionableIllnessThe starting TE missed the first two games of the season due to strep throat and/or mononucleosis. Coach Stoops said yesterday that it is likely Gronkowski travels with the team to New Mexico but if he plays it will be on a limited basis, "We are not going to go out and play him 50 snaps right off the bat. We will work him back and see how he is feeling."
09/071:15pmTerrell ReeseWROutSuspensionReese was suspended indefinitely following his arrest on a charge of driving while intoxicated. Freshman Juron Criner made his second consecutive start at wide receiver yesterday and caught four passes for 45 yards.
09/0712:54pmZander FabbriLBQuestionableUndisclosedProjected reserve MLB Fabbri was removed from practice two weeks ago after suffering an undisclosed injury. His status is still unknown and he did not play in the Toledo contest.
08/3010:50amPhil GarciaOLOutKneeThe reserve offensive tackle has been nursing a knee injury and announced he will redshirt the 2008 season.
08/165:32pmJohnathan TurnerDEOutSuspendedTurner remains on scholarship and is taking classes but will not participate in presseason workouts. Coach Stoops said 3-year starter will be suspended indefinitely. Sophomore Brooks Reed is penciled in as Turner's replacement. Reed had 7 tackles last year.
Arizona St.
Next game: UNLV at Arizona St. on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/1210:15amChad LindseyLBOutPersonalLindsey has “personal issues to take care of,” coach Dennis Erickson said and he has left the program. He will remain in school and is scheduled to graduate in May.
09/1210:14amAndrew PettesTEQuestionableGroinPettes departed the last week's game with a groin pull and remains day-to-day.
09/1210:13amBrandon MageeLBDoubtfulPectoralMagee injured a pectoral muscle while lifting weights on Tuesday and underwent an MRI exam. Coach Erickson said that he does not think surgery is necessary but it appears he will unlikely to be available for Saturday’s game
09/1210:12amMatt HustadOLQuestionableKneeThe backup lineman has not played yet this year. Hustad is expected to return to full participation next week and Coach Erickson said that Hustad could play any position on the line.
09/0910:03amKeegan HerringRBQuestionableHamstringHerring reinjured his hamstring against Stanford and may not play against UNLV this week. Coach Erickson declined to talk specifics but says Herring is day-to-day.
09/081:13pmAngelo Fobbs-ValentinoSOutKneeFobbs-Valentino suffered a knee injury in the season opener and did not play against Stanford. Pre-MRI word was that he tore his MCL.
09/078:04pmNate KimbroughWRQuestionableAnkleKimbrough suffered a sprained ankle in week 1and missed the Stanford contest in week 2.
09/0110:47amJamarr RobinsonDEOutSuspensionRobinson has been suspended for team-rules violations. The backup will return to game action against Georgia on Sept. 20.
09/0110:45amMorris WootenLBOutSuspensionWooten has been suspended for team-rules violations and will return against Nevada-Las Vegas on Sept. 13. Junior Ryan McFoy started the season opener and recorded three tackles.
Arkansas
Next game: Arkansas at Texas on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/091:05pmFreddy BurtonLBProbableSuspensionBurton received a suspension for pleading guilty to drunken driving. He missed the first two games of the season but is expected to play this weekend.
09/091:04pmMarques WadeWRProbableSuspensionWade was suspended for the first two games after pleading guilty for drunken driving. He is expected to play this weekend.
09/091:03pmMitch PetrusOLOutEligibilityCoach Petrino said Monday that guard Mitch Petrus will redshirt this season. A 12-game starter in 2007, Petrus has been practicing but has not dressed for either of the first two games. Petrino has given no specifics about why Petrus isn’t playing. School officials have said there has not been a violation of NCAA rules, which suggests the possibility of academic eligibility being involved.
09/076:59pmWendel DavisLBQuestionableMultipleDavis has been rehabbing a knee and hand injury and did not play in week 2. Davis is listed as fourth-team on the depth chart right now.
Arkansas St.
Next game: Southern Miss at Arkansas St. on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/027:32amPreston BrownRBOutPersonal ReasonsThe backup RB missed the game last week and is going to miss the entire season with law issues. Brown was listed as the 2nd RB on the depth chart for the upcoming year.
08/307:44amMarlon DouglasDBOutSuspensionDouglas is out for the season as he was suspended by the program. He was listed as a 3rd string CB for the upcoming season.
Army
Next game: Akron at Army on 09/20
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/085:13amCarson WilliamsQBQuestionableHandWilliams was injured early in the second quarter of Army's 9/6 loss to New Hampshire and did not return. He injured his left (non-throwing) hand when it was apparently stepped on. Williams was 7-for-7 for 95 yards and a TD before the injury. Army did not complete a pass in four attempts after Williams came out.
Auburn
Next game: Auburn at Mississippi St. on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/108:02amDarrell RosemanOL/DLProbableShinsThe backup lineman missed the week 2 game but is expected to play Saturday.
09/108:01amChris ToddQBQB Starter NamedNoneTodd is expected to start the game this weekend at Mississippi St.
09/107:59amAJ GreenDEProbableHamstringThe backup RS freshman has missed the first two games due to a hamstring injury but is expected to play this weekend.
09/088:44amJames SwintonWRProbableKneeSwinton could be back in the playing rotation this week. Auburn didn't play him in Saturday's game because he missed too much time last week with a slight knee injury.
09/088:41amChris SlaughterWROutSuspensionSlaughter is the only Auburn receiver to catch a touchdown pass this season and was suspended for week 3. Sunday, Coach Tuberville said that Slaughter will stay suspended until further notice. When asked to elaborate on the reason behind the suspension, Tuberville would only reply that Slaughter is in the 'doghouse'.
09/065:36pmKyle CoulahanOLQuestionableIllnessThe backup offensive lineman did not play in week 2.
09/065:35pmJohn DouglasRB/WRQuestionableKneeDouglas was injured in the opener and did not play in week 2.
09/029:31amPhilip Pierre-LouisWROutKneeThe freshman receiver tore a knee ligament returning the season opening kickoff and is lost for the season.
08/279:27amRaven GrayDEOutKneeThe backup DE will be redshirted because of a lingering knee problem. Gray practiced this fall, but coaches decided he lacked the strength to be effective because he can't push off on his surgically-repaired knee.
08/172:28pmMarcus JemisonCBOutLegJemison will miss the 2008 season after breaking his leg during a fight with a teammate on the practice field. Auburn's secondary was already thin when Aairon Savage was lost for the year due to a knee injury and this only emphasizes their need for quality depth.
08/172:22pmAairon SavageCBOutKneeSavage suffered a dislocated knee cap and torn ACL and MCL after a collision in practice and is out for the season. He was Freshman All-American at safety before moving to CB last year and becoming one of the team's leaders. Junior Walter McFadden looks to be Savage's replacement but Auburn's CB depth will be filled by incoming true freshmen.
Ball St.
Next game: Ball St. at Akron on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/051:14pmKyle HokeDBOutSuspensionCoach Brady Hoke suspended his 19-year-old nephew from today's home game against Navy after the freshman was arrested last weekend for drunken driving. The younger Hoke is not on the Cardinals' two-deep playing roster.
Baylor
Next game: Washington St. at Baylor on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/081:31pmn/an/an/anoneBaylor reported no significant injuries following their 9/6 51-6 win over Northwestern St. The Bears were healthy going into the game as well.
Boise St.
Next game: Bowling Green at Boise St. on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/118:46amNate PotterLTProbableKneeThe backup OL had knee surgery in the offseason, did not play in the opener but has been upgraded to expected to play this weekend.
09/0812:38pmRyan WinterswykDEQuestionableKneeThe starting DE was injured in a non-contact drill in practice before last week's game and is questionable to return this week. He did not play last week and if he cannot go against Bowling Green, he is "very probable" for the Sept. 20 game against Oregon.
08/307:47amNick LomaxQBOutKneeLomax has left the team to pursue a starting QB gig at a D-2 or D-3 school. He had a minimal knee injury in fall practice and was competing for the 3rd-string QB job on the depth chart.
Boston Coll.
Next game: UCF at Boston Coll. on 09/20
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/058:00amClif RamseyOLProbableUndisclosedRamsey was held out of practice Tuesday but participated in Wednesday's practice. He is expected to play in week 2.
Bowling Green
Next game: Bowling Green at Boise St. on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/096:11pmRoger WilliamsKROutFingerWilliams broke his right index finger against Minnesota and will not be available Saturday for BG's game at Boise State. Coach Brandon is not ruling out Williams coming back for the Wyoming game in two weeks. Brandon mentioned six players as possible replacements for Williams.
09/077:33pmJames SchneiderLBQuestionableHandThe JC transfer missed the first two games with a broken hand. “He’ll be back. They will club (wrap) it up,” Coach Brandon said. “It’s disappointing because he was coming on, backing up Haneline. He’s going to be a good player for us.” It is unknown whether Schneider will play in week 3.
09/077:31pmAdrian HodgesWRQuestionableSuspensionBackup WR Hodges was suspended for the season opener and should have been back for week 2 but he did not play.
09/077:30pmWillie GeterRBQuestionableSuspensionGeter did not play Bowling Green's home opener Saturday against Minnesota. Coach Brandon said to not expect Geter to reclaim his starting job at running back just yet as he feels Chris Bullock deserves to be the starter.
08/315:31pmRobert LorenziCBOutBroken LegLorenzi is out for the season with a broken leg he suffered in the preseason. Lorenzi was expected to be on the two-deep but instead will be replaced by freshman Adrien Spencer. Robert was also suspended by breaking team rules and will be suspended one game once he is healthy to play.
08/315:30pmEric RansomRBOutKneeRansom is recovering from a torn ACL he suffered during the 2007 season and will be out for the entire season HC Gregg Brandon said.
08/315:29pmDerek BrightonWROutFootBrighton is out 5 to 7 weeks after undergoing surgery on his foot. Derek was expected to see significant action on the field as a WR and as the primary holder for the special teams.
08/228:50pmD.J YoungOLOutPersonal ReasonsD.J Young has quit the team for personal reasons. Young was expected to contend for playing time at OT.
Buffalo
Next game: Temple at Buffalo on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/129:01amChris CallahanDLDoubtfulUndisclosedCallahan is doubtful to play tomorrow due to an undisclosed injury.
09/128:58amJordan JerroldOLDoubtfulKneeThe backup right tackle missed the week 2 contest and is doubtful to play tomorrow.
09/074:45pmKendric HawkinsCBQuestionableFootHawkins sat out the first two games with a foot injury. Sophomore Josh Thomas started both games in his place and has eight tackles to go along with his two picks.
08/3110:58pmOrlando ToussaintDEOutAcademicsThe DE played well in the spring and was expected to challenge for playing time at defensive end.
08/315:35pmJamal ChisamLBOutKneeChisam is out for the season with an injured knee. Look for Josh Copeland to start in his place.
08/315:32pmFred BranchLBOutBack SurgeryBranch missed the first game and is out for the season with a back injury that requires surgery. He started three games last season and had 26 TKL's for the season. He was in contention for a starting position.
08/151:27pmDarius WillisLBOutAcademicsWillis was the top rated recruit perhaps in Buffalo history but didn’t qualify as a freshman. Ray Anthony Long is eligible and will compete for immediate playing time at linebacker.
BYU
Next game: UCLA at BYU on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/089:18amVic So'otoLBOutFootSo'oto went down with a broken foot in the Washington game. Coleby Clawson seamlessly filled in for him with five tackles and a sack.
09/033:39pmTerrance HooksLBOutLegHooks went down with a patella tendon injury in the spring and will miss the 2008 season.
09/033:29pmDan Van SwedenLBOutLegThe backup inside linebacker will miss the 2008 season.
California
Next game: California at Maryland on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/118:12amKendrick PayneDLOutKneePayne had arthroscopic surgery to repair a torn medial collateral ligament in his left knee and is expected to miss at least two weeks.
09/074:54pmMike TepperOLQuestionableMultipleTepper has missed the first two games. He still has yet to do much in practice as he continues his recovery from pectoral muscle surgery and a hamstring pull. Coach Tedford has said he feels comfortable with Chet Teofilo at LT and Mitchell Schwartz at RT.
Cent. Michigan
Next game: Cent. Michigan at Ohio on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/072:56pmCalvin HissongLBQuestionableMultipleHissong continues to nurse shoulder and neck injuries and did not play in the Georgia game in week 2.
09/072:55pmRocky WeaverTEQuestionableAnkleThe starting TE did not play against the Georgia Bulldogs in week 2. His status is game-to-game with a sprained ankle.
08/307:59amLorenzo WhiteCBOutKneeLorenzo will miss the entire season due to a knee injury. He was going to be used primarily as a CB in 4 and 5-WR sets.
Cincinnati
Next game: Miami (OH) at Cincinnati on 09/20
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/117:45amDustin GrutzaQBOutLegGrutza left in the fourth quarter of Saturday's loss to Oklahoma with a fractured right fibula and sprained ankle. Grutza had surgery yesterday and will be out indefinitely. Junior backup Tony Pike now becomes the starter.
09/0111:16amDemetrius JonesQBOutShoulderJones is out indefinitely due to a shoulder injury. Redshirt Freshman Chazz Anderson becomes the second string QB for the Bearcats.
Clemson
Next game: N.C. State at Clemson on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/118:09amBrandon MayeLBProbableIllnessMaye missed Wednesday's practice with a stomach bug but should be OK Saturday, linebackers coach David Blackwell said.
09/108:23amRicky SappDEDoubtfulKneeSapp missed week 2's game with a bruised knee he sustained against Alabama and is not expected to play this weekend. JC transfer Jarrett Crittenton is listed 2nd on the depth chart.
09/108:21amCullen HarperQBProbableShoulderThe preseason player of the year in the ACC revealed Tuesday that he's been dealing with a first-degree sprain of the AC joint in his throwing shoulder. Harper expressed hope he'll be at 100 percent by Saturday's conference opener against North Carolina State.
09/091:40pmTerrence AsheWRDoubtfulAnkleAshe missed week 2 with an injured ankle and is doubtful to play in week 3 against NC State.
09/091:40pmChris HairstonOLDoubtfulUndisclosedHairston was injured Saturday night while taking a corner on his moped. Offensive line coach Brad Scott considers Hairston his best lineman, so losing him for any length of time would be significant. Hairston is expected to miss the week 3 contest.
09/0610:20amBarry HumphriesOLOutKneeHumphries suffered a knee injury in the game against Alabama and could miss the next 6 weeks. RS freshman Mason Cloy was announced to be the starter at right guard earlier in the week.
09/068:10amJamie CumbieDLOutWristCumbie has been lost for the season after breaking his left wrist, which he says he initially injured in the Alabama game.
09/068:04amRennie MooreDEOutConcussionThe backup DE was held out of contact work after receiving a concussion in a scrimmage and did not play in the season opener. Yesterday, Coach Rumph said Moore will be red-shirted.
08/165:16pmRashaad JacksonDTOutQuadStarting DT Jackson went down with a torn quadriceps tendon in August and is expected to miss at least 2 months.
Colorado
Next game: West Virginia at Colorado on 09/18
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/085:34amAnthony WrightCBQuestionableAnkleOn 9/7 coach Hawkins said Wright’s high ankle sprain is “coming along slower than he or we want.” He is a reserve CB for the Buffs.
09/085:32amShaun MohlerOLBProbableShoulderHawkins said linebacker Shaun Mohler will be ready to go against West Virginia after leaving the 9/6 game vs Eastern Washington. Team trainers first feared Mohler fractured his clavicle but X-rays were negative. Mohler had 9 tackles in the game before leaving.
09/085:31amBJ BeattyOLBOutLegBeatty aggrivated a hairline fracture in CU's opening win over Colorado St and did not play 9/6 vs Eastern Washington. He is downgraded to Out as he is expected to be out another 3 weeks. Beatty is a second string LB for the Buffs.
09/085:29amJimmy SmithCBProbableBackThe sophomore CB the first two weeks because of recurring back problems. Smith is aiming to return Sept. 18 when CU hosts West Virginia. He is a second stringer for the Buffs.
09/085:29amRiar GeerTEProbableKneeGeer missed the first 2 weeks recovering from minor knee surgury. Coach Hawkins has stated he is expected to retun for the 9/18 West Virginia game. The junior has 38 career receptions.
08/219:03amMarkques SimasWROutAcademicsThe starting WR will miss the entire season due to academic issues. Simas redshirted last season and was expected to contribute significantly this season.
08/1511:30amDrew HudginsDEOutKneeProjected starter Drew Hudgins is likely out for the season with a torn ACL.
Colorado St.
Next game: Houston at Colorado St. on 09/20
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/072:40pmElijah-Blu SmithCBQuestionableFootSmith started fall practice on the sidelines with a protective boot on his right foot and the projected reserve has missed the first two games of the season
08/297:14amJason SmithK/POutArmSmith broke his right arm during a closed scrimmage Saturday and is out indefinitely. The Rams' kicker for the past two seasons was slated to start at punter this year as well. 18-year-old freshman Ben DeLine will handle the kicking duties and JC transfer Anthony Hartz will take over punting duties for CSU in the season opener.
08/175:33pmDeAngelo WilkinsonCBOutSuspendedWilkinson has reportedly been cited for two misdemeanor charges of third-degree assault and one count of being a minor in possession of alcohol. The projected starter has been suspended indefinitely.
Connecticut
Next game: Virginia at Connecticut on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/118:23amAndre DixonRBQuestionableAnkleThe All-Big East 2nd-team selection last season missed the season opener with a bum ankle, then tried to go against Temple. He had a 4-yard carry in the third quarter, reinjured the ankle on the tackle, got up limping and never touched the ball again. Dixon said he didn't know if he could play against Virginia and that he's day to day.
09/0812:08pmBrad KanuchWRProbableHamstringKanuch missed the season opener but had a good week of practice last week. He was held out of the week 2 contest as he wasn't quite ready to play in a game. He should be on the field when UConn plays this Saturday.
09/0812:05pmJordan TodmanRBQuestionableShoulderRunning back and kick returner Jordan Todman is scheduled to hit the practice field for the first time since the preseason this week. The true freshman has been sidelined by a shoulder injury.
09/0812:00pmLindsey WittenDEQuestionableKneeWitten suffered a minor knee injury in the season opener and and did not play against Temple in week 2. Coach Edsall says he could play this week against Virginia.
09/034:25pmAlex LaMagdelaineOLOutShoulderLaMagdelaine shoulder surgery and is out for the season.
09/0111:23amCorey StringerLBOutTransferredBackup LB Stringer has left the team and transferred to Stony Brook.
Duke
Next game: Navy at Duke on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/107:57amTony JacksonRBProbableLegCoach Cutcliffe is anticipating the return of tailback Tony Jackson, who was a game-time decision for the Northwestern game with a leg injury but did not play.
09/0912:04pmEron RileyWRQuestionableLegRiley suffered a leg injury against Northwestern, but Coach Cutcliffe said there was no fracture and Riley returned to the game. Riley was limited in practice Sunday and will be evaluated on a day to day basis
09/077:26pmMarcus LindCQuestionableShoulderThe backup missed the first two games of the season.
09/048:34amBrandon KingTEOutShoulderKing will sit out the season with a shoulder injury. King, who caught four touchdown passes last season, hadn't practiced since suffering the injury in the spring. The junior's absence leaves Duke with three very inexperienced players to fill in.
09/048:26amRe'Quan BoyetteRBOutKneeBoyette underwent orthoscopic surgery on his left knee in early August and will be out of action indefinitely. He led the Blue Devils in rushing in each of the past two seasons, and his 1,072 career yards on the ground rank seventh among active players in the ACC.
East Carolina
Next game: East Carolina at Tulane on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/0812:54pmFred HicksOLQuestionableAnkleHicks did not play in the 9/6 win over West Virginia. He started 5 games at C in '07 but had his season cut short by an ankle injury. Apparently the injury is still having an effect.
09/0712:43pmBen HartmanKQuestionableLegHartman is recovering from a torn leg muscle he suffered in June and has not played in the first two weeks. He went 13/22 last year but came through in some key situations. Redshirt freshman Ben Ryan has filled in.
09/0712:40pmJ.R. RogersRBQuestionableAnkleRogers has not played the first two weeks of the season. He was expected to play a major role in the backfield after projected starter Dominique Lindsay was lost for the season. After tranfering in for this season Rogers has been regarded as the fastest player on the Pirates roster.
08/161:53pmDominique LindsayRBOutKneeLindsay was projected to be the starting RB heading into the season, however Skip Holtz officially announced he would miss the remainder of the season with a knee injury.
East. Michigan
Next game: Toledo at East. Michigan on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/052:16pmDerrick HunterDBOutKneeHunter is out indefinitely with a torn ACL. Arrington Hicks started in Hunter's place in the season opener and had one tackle and one broken up pass.
Florida
Next game: Florida at Tennessee on 09/20
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/1010:30amEmmanuel MoodyRBQuestionableAnkleMoody suffered a sprained ankle during the season opening game and did not play in week 2. Coach Urban Meyer hasn't forgotten about running back Emmanuel Moody and says he'll be a factor as the Gators go forward this season.
09/077:53pmJim TarttOLQuestionableShoulderThe starting left guard missed the first two games of the season.
09/077:52pmTorrey DavisDTOutAcademicsThe starting DT hasn't been in preseason camp and did not play in the first two games. Coach Meyer said Davis has had academic problems and one news source predicts he'll be available for the Ole Miss matchup Sept. 27th. Davis was the No. 9 overall recruit in the class of 2006-07.
09/077:48pmBryan ThomasFSQuestionableKneeThomas had a cyst removed from his knee. He returned to the practice field but the backup has not played in a game yet this season.
08/161:26pmJim BarrieOLOutKneeBarrie tore his ACL in practice last Saturday and is out for the season. He was projected as a reserve.
08/161:22pmBrendan BealLBOutKneeBeal tore his ACL in practice on Monday. The projected reserve is expected to miss the 2008 season.
08/161:03pmCornelius IngramTEOutKneeIngram, who turned down the NFL to return for his senior season, tore his left ACL during Florida's second day of practice last week and will miss 2008. He was 4th on the team with 34 receptions in '07.
08/1612:59pmJohn CurtisSOutKneeCurtis was expected to back up starting safety Munroe but tore his ACL as well. Curtis is also out for the season.
08/1612:58pmDorian MunroeSOutKneeThe projected starter tore his ACL in July and will miss the '08 season.
Florida Atlantic
Next game: Florida Atlantic at Michigan St. on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/115:41amDarian WilliamsWRQuestionableKneeWilliams is a reserve WR for the Owls. The redshirt freshman is questionable for FAU's 9/13 game at Michigan St.
09/103:25pmJermaine CouncilDEProbableUndisclosedCouncil didn't start or record a tackle vs UAB. Senior Julian Myers, a former LB, started in Council’s place. Council is upgraded to probable for this weeks game vs Michigan St. Council had 2 tackles in the opener vs Texas.
09/072:20pmNick ParisCOutConcussionParis is one of four returning starters on the OL for the Owls but has missed the first two games after starting 12 games last season. Nick's return is targeted for Sept. 30, but nothing is set in stone yet.
08/3111:05pmJason HarmonTEOutKneeThe 1st Tm Sun-Belt TE hurt his knee in pre-season practice and is out for the entire season. Harmon was 2nd on the team with receptions last year with 63 and had 5 TD catches. Robert Housier is leading the competition to replace Harmon and has experience playing as the 2nd TE in two TE sets.
08/3111:02pmRobert St. ClaireDEOutKneeSt. Claire is recovering from knee surgery and it is possible he could be out for the season. He was expected to start at DE for the Owls.
Florida Intl.
Next game: South Florida at Florida Intl. on 09/20
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/0812:39pmDevon DickersonRTQuestionableUndisclosedDickerson was listed as a starter before the 9/6 game vs UAB but did not play for undisclosed reasons.
09/0812:37pmAshlyn ParkerDBDoubtfulKneeParker left last week's game with a knee injury and did not play 9/6 vs Iowa. He was starting at safety and getting some time at the nickel CB slot before going down.
09/072:28pmCody PellicerDEQuestionableLegPellicer has missed the first two weeks. He played a backup role as a freshman in 2007.
09/038:21amMoses HintonTEOutAcademic IssuesFIU TE Moses Hinton was granted an extra season by the NCAA after he appealed to have a red shirt his freshman season in 2004. Hinton missed the season opener at Kansas last week and will miss this Saturday's game at Iowa. He is expected to play against South Florida on Sept. 20
Florida St.
Next game: FCS (1-AA) Opponent at Florida St. on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/109:46amEmmanuel DunbarDTOutBackDunbar was hospitalized recently after suffering an injury during practice and will undergo season-ending surgery later today. Dunbar has dealt with chronic back injuries throughout his time at FSU. He would have started the season had he been healthy.
Fresno St.
Next game: Wisconsin at Fresno St. on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/091:22pmNick BatesLBOutArmBates is scheduled to have a plate put in his arm and is going to be out six to eight weeks. Walk-on freshman Shawn Plummer has played extensively in Bates' absence.
09/017:23amQuaadir BrownLBOutPersonalA projected starter at weakside linebacker, Brown is on leave of absence to attend to a family matter and likely will not play this year.
08/196:02pmRyan MachadoLBOutKneeMachado will undergo knee surgery for the third time in the past year ending his career with the bulldogs. He was a possible replacement at WLB for projected starter Brown who is out on personal leave.
Georgia
Next game: Georgia at South Carolina on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/108:07amKade WestonDTProbableKneeWeston's sprained knee has kept him out of Georgia's first two contests for but he is expected to play this weekend.
09/089:36amCharles WhiteLBOutAchillesWhite's season is over after tearing his achilles tendon. He was running with the third team but was on many of the special teams. Georgia now only has seven scholarship linebackers available.
09/072:59pmKenneth HarrisWRQuestionableAnkleHarris suffered an ankle injury in the season opener and did not play in week 2's contest.
09/072:59pmQuintin BanksSOutKneeBanks tore his medial collateral ligament during a summer practice and is not expected to be ready for at least another week.
09/018:55amTrinton SturdivantDTOutKneeSturdivant tore his ACL in the preseason and was lost for the season. Sturdivant and Owens were two of the top three lineman on Georgia's team.
09/018:53amJeff OwensDTOutKneeCoach Richt confirmed Sunday that Jeff Owens would undergo season-ending surgery on Sept. 9 after tearing the ACL in his right knee during the season opener. Senior Corvey Irvin will step in for Owens on Saturday against Central Michigan.
Georgia Tech
Next game: Georgia Tech at Virginia Tech on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/128:29amDemaryius ThomasWRQuestionableUndisclosedGeorgia Tech's leading receiver is questionable because of an undisclosed injury, according to the injury report released yesterday.
09/128:27amCorrey EarlsWRQuestionableHamstringEarls missed the first two games with a hamstring pull and missed some practice time this week as well. He may return for tomorrow's game but is listed as day-to-day.
09/128:22amBrad JeffersonLBOutArm/WristJefferson was out for week 2 with an arm/wrist injury. Senior Travis Chambers started in Jefferson's place. Jefferson is not expected to play tomorrow.
09/128:21amAnthony BarnesLBOutShoulderBarnes injured his shoulder in the season opener and didn’t practice last week. He missed week 2's contest and senior Tony Clark started in his place. Barnes is not expected to play tomorrow.
09/128:20amAJ SmithOLProbableSickBackup offensive lineman Smith was sick and did not play in week 2. He should be available tomorrow.
09/065:26pmJoseph GilbertOLQuestionableNeckGilbert left Saturday's game due to a neck injury and did not return. He was not listed on the post-game participation report for the Boston College game in week 2.
09/065:24pmTJ BarnesDTQuestionableWristBarnes left the season opener and did not return after injuring his wrist. He was not listed on the participation report after the week 2 matchup w/ Boston College.
09/0210:50amJerrard TarrantCBOutSuspensionThe backup has been suspended from the team due to an arrest on an alleged rape charge this summer.
Hawaii
Next game: Hawaii at Oregon St. on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/128:19amLeon Wright-JacksonRBProbableArchWright-Jackson yesterday practiced for the first time this week. He had been bothered by sore arches but is expected to play at Oregon State.
09/128:17amDaniel LibreRBProbableAnkleLibre suffered a high ankle sprain against Florida and did not play in week 2 vs. Weber St. He is expected to play at Oregon State.
09/108:18amLaupepa LetuliOLDoubtfulShoulderKeith AhSoon has taken over the starting left tackle duties since Letuli injured his shoulder in the Florida game. Letuli could be out another couple of weeks.
09/095:51pmRocky SavaiigaeaDTOutTricepsThe backup DT is expected to remain out this week.
09/095:47pmFale LaeliDTDoubtfulLegLaeli was carted off the field in a wheelchair with an apparent leg injury in the Weber St. game and did not return. He is expected to miss week 3.
09/091:17pmAaron KiaOLQuestionableKneesThe backup left tackle was held out of the last game because of tendinitis in his knees.
09/0910:17amTyler GraunkeQBQB Starter NamedNoneCoach McMackin named senior Tyler Graunke as his starting quarterback for Saturday's game at Oregon State. Graunke missed camp because he was clearing up academic issues and had only participated in three practices. He knows the UH offense, and he led the Warriors to touchdowns on four of their first five drives in the second half last week in relief duty of injured Inoke Funaki.
09/0910:14amInoke FunakiQBQuestionableConcussionFunaki had to leave the Weber St. contest in the 2nd half due to a concussion. The week 2 game was Funaki's first career start. Tyler Graunke replaced him and earned the WAC Player of the Week award.
09/089:56amBlaze SoaresLBOutCalf MuscleSoares has a torn the calf muscle in his left leg that will keep him out at least 3 more weeks. Junior Brashton Satele started week 2 in his place and led the team in tackles.
Houston
Next game: Air Force at Houston on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/096:06pmChris GilbertWRQuestionableHerniaGilbert has yet to play this season for the Cougars. He was expected to play a backup role at WR. His status is uncertain as coach Sumlin runs a tight ship when it comes to injury info.
09/095:29amCody LubojaskyWLBProbableKneeLubojasky tweaked his knee in the 9/6 loss to Oklahoma St but is expected to be ready to go 9/13 vs Air Force. The senior has started 41 consecutive games for the Cougars.
Idaho
Next game: W. Michigan at Idaho on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/1110:54amAaron LavariasDTProbableShoulderLavarias did not play in week 2 but Coach Akey expects to have him available for week 3 vs. W. Michigan.
09/1110:53amMike IupatiOLDoubtfulShoulderIupati had shoulder surgery in the spring. Coach Akey said there is a possibility that Iupati will play against W. Michigan as he is practicing more in team settings this week. But, he said, more than likely it will be next week.
09/108:24amPeter BjorvikTEProbableHamstringBjorvik missed the week 2 game because of a hamstring pull but is expected to play in the W. Michigan contest.
09/0810:58amTyrone NovikoffOLProbableShoulderNovikoff was not able to play this past weekend but Coach Akey expects him to play against W. Michigan.
09/0810:54amJoJo DicksonLBQuestionableShoulderDickson injured his shoulder during practice last week and missed the Idaho St game in week 2. He is questionable for next week's home game against Western Michigan. Senior Andrew Blevins started in Dickson's place and finished with eight tackles - 2nd highest on the team.
08/3111:12pmGuy ReynoldsOTOutAcademicsOffensive tackle Guy Reynolds stated in the preseason that he will have knee surgery and is expected to miss the season. Reynolds was not expected to see much playing time this season.
08/3111:12pmMatt ClevelandRGOutFibulaRedshirt freshman Matt Cleveland cracked his fibula in preseason practice and will miss most of the season. He was the primary back up at RG and was not expected to see much action this year.
Illinois
Next game: LA Lafayette at Illinois on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/105:28pmDonsay HardemanSOutKneeThe JUCO transfer was expected to come in and challenge for playing time but missed the first tow games recovering from minor knee surgery. He will likely return for the Big 10 opener on 9/27 vs Penn St.
09/082:52pmJosh BrentDTQuestionableUndisclosedBrent was expected to start but has missed the first 2 games for the Illini. Zook has been very vague regarding Brent, “Josh wasn’t around,” he said 9/6 “He had a relapse, and that’s all I’m going to say. He has some issues he has to ... an illness he needs to get cleaned up.” Illinois is extremely thin at DT and their rush defense has suffered.
09/085:51amJeff CumberlandWRDoubtfulFootProjected starter Cumberland has not played yet the season due to a foot injury. "He's ready to go, but it's the doctors' call," Zook said. "He has no pain." Chris Duvalt moves into Cumberland's spot with the first-team offense.
09/085:48amMiami ThomasCBOutKneeThomas made his second career start 9/6 vs Eastern Illinois but tore his ACL and was lost for the season.
08/161:50pmSirod WilliamsDTOutKneeWilliams tore his ACL and is expected to take a medical redshirt and return next season. He was slated to take over the starting role vacated by D'Angelo McCray. Replacing him is likely sophomore Josh Brent, though a rotation of underclassmen is very likely.
08/161:47pmD'Angelo McCrayDTOutAcademicsMcCray has transferred to Eastern Illinois. He was going to compete for a starting position with the Illini. McCray's departure would have paved the way for Sirod Williams to win the job in the trenches, but Williams tore his right ACL the other day and is out for the season. Illinois is suddenly very thin on the defensive line.
Indiana
Next game: Ball St. at Indiana on 09/20
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/082:54pmRay FisherWRProbableShoulderFisher had a TD reception in Indiana's opening win over Western Kentucky before leaving with a shoulder injury and not returning. Coach Lynch said he will likely play against Ball St; thus he is upgraded to probable.
08/228:13amJerimy FinchSProbableEligibilityFinch got a waiver from the NCAA on Thursday to play for Indiana this season after transferring from Florida. Finch is practicing but Austin Thomas (SS) and Nick Polk (FS) are already entrenched with the first team defense. The two combined for 186 tackles in '07.
Iowa
Next game: Iowa St. at Iowa on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/095:21pmRicky StanziQBQB Starter AnnouncednoneStanzi will get the nod over Jake Christensen in Iowa's matchup with in-state rival Iowa St on 9/13. Both players have started one game this season. Ferentz said he does not plan to rotate QB's this week, it is Stanzi's job for now. Christensen started all of last season for the Hawkeyes.
09/095:01pmTrey StrossWRProbableHamstringStross is nursing a hamstring that kept him out of 4 games last year and did not play in Iowa's first 2 games. Ferentz did sound encouraged that he may make it back for the Iowa St game. The projected starter at split end had 16 receptions for 272 yards and 4 TD's in 2007.
09/095:00pmJeff TarpinianWLBDoubtfulHamstringTarpinian has not played yet this season. Ferentz said that Tarpinian was getting closer to getting back on the field before re-aggravating his hamstring injury in practice 9/3. Ferentz made it sound like the sophomore had taken a significant step backwards. He is listed first on the depth chart at WLB. Tarpinian had 13 tackles last year as a freshman. Sophomore Jeremiha Hunter has started in his place.
09/094:58pmDrew GardnerCBQuestionableHamstringGardner participated in pre-game warm-ups on 9/6 and then changed to street closthes during the game. Gardner was listed as a first string CB coming out of spring ball but has missed the first two games.
09/094:56pmTony MoeakiTEProbableFootMoeaki started at TE last season before an injury vs Wisconsin ended his season. He is upgraded to probable as coach Ferentz felt good about the chances of him returning vs Iowa St. Moeaki sat out the first two games of the year.
09/094:55pmMichael SabersTEProbableAnkleThe backup tight end has missed the first two games. He is upgraded to probable as coach Ferentz felt good about the chances of him returning vs Iowa St. Sabers played last year as a junior but did not record a reception.
09/094:54pmDan DoeringLGQuestionableHandThe likely starter at LG has missed the first two games of the season. Doering had a new cast put on that will hopefully allow him to get back on the field. The junior started 5 games last season for the Hawkeyes.
Iowa St.
Next game: Iowa St. at Iowa on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/095:30amDevin McDowellCBProbableUndisclosedReserve DB Devin McDowell did not play in the 9/6 win over Kent St. Coach Chizek has tabbed him as probable for the 9/13 game vs Iowa.
09/083:20pmAlexander RobinsonRBProbableLegRobinson did not play in the 9/6 win over Kent St due to a leg injury. Coach Chizek said his status for the Iowa game is upgraded to probable. Robinson rushed for 465 yards and 6 TD's last season.
09/025:15amKennard BanksDBOutArmBanks broke his arm in the season opener and the time table for his return is pending. The juco transfer had 3 tackles before the injury. “He was really on the way to being a great player here,” Chizik said. “But we’ve got to move on.”
Kansas
Next game: Kansas at South Florida on 09/12
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/104:53amDexton FieldsWROutLegFields collided with a defender midway through the first quarter of the Jayhawks Week 1 win and did not return. He did not play 9/6 and is downgraded to out for KU's 9/12 game vs South Florida. Fields entered the season having had at least 2 receptions in 23 of 24 previous games for KU.
09/078:13amKendrick HarperCBDoubtfulNeckSenior starting CB Kendrick Harper left Memorial Stadium on a stretcher Saturday night and was taken away in an ambulance after tackling a Louisiana Tech WR.
Kansas St.
Next game: Kansas St. at Louisville on 09/17
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/115:37amJohn HoulikLBOutTeam ViolationHoulik is serving a 3 game suspension after his DUI arrest in early August. Houlik started the last half of the 2007 season recording 68 tackles. He would be eligible to make his return 9/27 vs ULL.
09/082:08pmEdward PrinceOTQuestionableUndisclosedPrince was not on the sideline for K St's 9/6 win over Montana St. Prince is a backup for the Wildcats but did start Week 1 in place of the injured Alesana Alesana. Coach Ron Prince would not give a reason for his absence.
08/3112:28pmDee BellRBQuestionableUndisclosedThe true freshman did not suit up for K St's opener. The small shifty back will be counted on to add depth at the position.
08/3112:24pmBen LiuRTQuestionableKneeLiu is recovering from a spring game knee injury and did not play in the opener. Liu started 10 games in 2007 for the Cats.
08/275:53pmLeon PattonRBOutTeam ViolationPatton is the teams #1 returning rusher and also fills the role of KR. Patton is still on the roster, but has not been working out with the team. His status for the season is uncertain.
Kent St.
Next game: FCS (1-AA) Opponent at Kent St. on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/077:16pmDan HartmanDBQuestionableAnkleStarting DB Dan Hartman hurt his ankle in the opener against Boston College. His name doesn't come up in the box score of week 2's contest.
Kentucky
Next game: Middle Tenn. St. at Kentucky on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/0710:08pmJosh MintonDTOutKneeMinton did not play in week 2 due to a cartilage tear in his surgically repaired left knee, Coach Brooks said. Minton will have surgery and be out indefinitely. He tore the ACL in his left knee during the 2007 spring game.
09/074:52pmEJ FieldsWRQuestionableHamstringFields missed more than a week's worth of practice due to a pulled hamstring and has not played in the first two games of the season. The incoming true freshman was named 2008 State Journal Athlete of the Year. "E.J. is back practicing now, and it looks like at this point we're likely to redshirt him," Coach Brooks said last week.
08/3110:49amChristian JohnsonOLOutBackThe Wildcats could be without OG Johnson this season. He has a back injury and is also facing an eligibility issue. Johnson has started 15 games in three seasons with the Wildcats and could be redshirted if necessary. He is not on the current 2-deep depth chart.
08/173:01pmPaul WarfordCBOutEligibilityWarford was ruled academically ineligible for the 2008 season. He started 11 games last season, posting 41 tackles and two INT's. Senior David Jones will take his place in the starting lineup.
08/172:57pmCurtis PulleyQBOutDisciplinaryPulley has been dismissed from the team for violations of team rules. He was expected to compete with Mike Hartline for the starting role this season after redshirting the 2007 season, but repeated off-field incidents led to his eventual dismissal.
LA Lafayette
Next game: LA Lafayette at Illinois on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/108:15pmMaurice RolleCBProbableWristRolle had 4 tackles in the opener vs Southern Miss as he saw significant playing time despite not starting.
09/107:39pmLanier ColemanDTProbableKneeColeman moved from the OL to DT for this season. He started the opener and only game thus far vs Southern Miss.
09/107:35pmBrad BryantTQuestionableBackBryant is questionable for ULL's 9/13 game vs Illinois. He is a solid backup at T for the Ragin' Cajuns.
09/105:30pmDerrick SmithWRDoubtfulAnkleSmith left ULA's game vs Southern Miss with an ankle injury. The senior had 1 catch for 10 yards before leaving the game. He is downgraded to doubtful for 9/13 Illinois game.
09/105:29pmTyrell FenroyRBProbableHeadFenroy sat out the second half of ULL's season opening loss to Southern Miss. Fenroy had a possible concussion but is upgraded to probable for the 9/13 Illinois game. The senior needs 9 rushing yards to become ULL's all-time leading rusher.
09/094:48pmBrent BurkhalterMLBQuestionableAcademicsBurkhalter missed the first game due to academics. He was third on team in tackles last year despite only 10 starts and his status is uncertain for next week. Sophomore Daylon McCoy started in his place and recorded a team high 9 tackles in the 8/30 loss to Southern Miss.
08/3111:17pmJamal NasserOLOutKneeNasser is out for the season after suffering a knee injury last week in the preseason. The OL is listed as a backup and was expected to see limited action this season.
08/306:36amDeon WallaceRBOutPersonal ReasonsBackup RB Deon Wallace had decided to give up football for family reasons. Wallace was 3rd on the team with 433 rushing yards and 148 receiving yards last season and was sixth with 10 receptions. The junior from Houston also finished eighth in the Sun Belt in kick return average and 10th in all-purpose yards.
LA Monroe
Next game: FCS (1-AA) Opponent at LA Monroe on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/089:53amFrank GoodinRBQuestionableUndisclosedGoodin was not able to go vs Arkansas and was a late scratch from the lineup. Juco RB Rodney Lovett filled in nicely carrying the ball 17 times for 66 yards. ULM's fell 1 point short of upsetting the Razorbacks.
09/089:51amJames TruxilloSQuestionableKneeTruxillo went down in the 9/6 game vs Arkansas and did not return. The 6'2" 209 lb junior starts at what ULM calls the "Bandit" position on defense.
09/072:48pmTroy GiddensSQuestionableKneeSafety Troy Giddens sat out the 9/6 Arkansas game. His status for this week is pending.
09/0512:51pmLaGregory SappWROutAcademicsThe senior WR is ineligible to play this season. ULM had planned on Sapp being their big play receiver and he was entering the season with 24 career starts under his belt.
Louisiana Tech
Next game: FCS (1-AA) Opponent at Louisiana Tech on 09/20
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
08/3111:27pmRolando MelanconDTOutAcademicsThe former Tennessee signee and starting DT will not play for the for the Bulldogs in 2008 due to academic issues.
Louisville
Next game: Kansas St. at Louisville on 09/17
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/1010:28amScott LongWROutFootLong broke a bone in his left foot while blocking on a punting drill and had surgery three weeks ago. Long still has not been cleared to practice but should only be back within the next three weeks. The Cards lost a slough of experienced WR's to graduation and were relying on Long as being their most experienced returning player.
08/317:50pmTim DoughertyKQuestionableBackDougherty had surgery in early June to repair a ruptured disk. The Purdue transfer is almost 100% but did not play in today's season opener.
08/2610:20amMozell AxsonLBOutKneeAxson will miss the season with a torn anterior cruciate ligament. Axson made his mark on special teams and had 13 tackles last season.
08/198:34pmMatt SimmsQBOutSuspendedSimms has been suspended for the first four games of the 2008 season for an unspecified violation of team rules. He was expected to serve as the backup to Louisville starting QB Hunter Cantwell this season. That job now falls to junior Tyler Wolfe, who has never thrown a college pass. Simms will be eligible to return to the team when the Cardinals play at Memphis on Oct. 10.
08/173:35pmGeorge StriplingRBOutDisciplinaryStripling was dismissed from the team in May. He had the third-most attempts and yards in '07. With leading rusher Anthony Allen transferring to Georgia Tech and redshirt freshman Dale Martin transferring to Univeristy of Akron the RB corps in Louisville are incredibly thin. Fullback-turned-tailback Brock Bolen is penciled in as the starter.
08/173:17pmJajuan SpillmanWROutDisciplinarySpillman was dismissed from the team after arrests for weapons and drugs charges and a DUI. The projected reserve has registered for classes at Tennesse St.
LSU
Next game: North Texas at LSU on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/129:18amDanny McCraySDoubtfulAnkleCoach Miles said yesterday "I think, predominately, our team is healthy with the exception of Danny McCray". McCray injured his ankle in the App St. and did not play against Troy.
Marshall
Next game: Memphis at Marshall on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/125:00pmCody SlateTEQuestionableKnee2 time All-Conference TE Cody Slate caught two passes for 22 yards but had a fumble in the season opener. Slate later went down with a knee injury and walked off with some assistance. Slate did not participate in the 9/6 loss to Wisconsin. Slate has not participated in contact drills yet in practice and because of this is but is downgraded to questionable for the 9/13 game vs Memphis.
09/089:44pmTyson GaleLBQuestionableAnkleGale was on the sideline with an ice pack on his ankle during Marshall's 9/6 loss to Wisconsin. The freshman had recovered a third quarter fumble before suffering the injury.
09/083:19pmAshton HallSSProbableFootHall missed the 9/6 game vs Wisconsin. He is expected to play 9/13 vs Memphis.
09/071:02pmZearrick MatthewsCBQuestionableFootThe starting CB held out of the first 2 games because of the injury.
09/016:48amJJ JohnsonCBOutSuspensionJJ was dismissed from the team after 2 off season arrests. Johnson had 25 career starts and losing him was a big blow to the Marshall secondary.
Maryland
Next game: California at Maryland on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/108:30amTerrel SkinnerSOutAnkleSkinner is out for two to three weeks with a high ankle sprain. Look for sophomore Antwine Perez to handle most of the work there while he's gone.
09/047:52amJordan SteffyQBOutThumbAn X-ray on his injured thumb shows a ligament tore away from the bone and Coach Friedgen says they think he will be out a minimum of three weeks. Chris Turner relieved him in the season opener and has been named the interim starter.
09/019:47amCarl RussellDLOutKneeRussell tore his meniscus and will miss at least the next three weeks after undergoing surgery during fall camp.
09/019:45amTravis IveyNTOutFootOn 13 August, Coach Friedgen said defensive lineman Travis Ivey will miss the next three to six weeks because of a broken foot. Redshirt freshman Dion Armstrtong will compete for playing time in Friedgen's absence.
Memphis
Next game: Memphis at Marshall on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/123:33pmGreg JacksonOLBOutSuspensionJackson will not play 9/13 vs Marshall as coach West suspended him for an unspecified violation of team rules. The starter has 9 tackles and a sack thus far on the season.
09/105:44pmArkelon HallQBProbableKneeHall watched most of practice 9/9 after his knee swelled after last weeks game. The MRI was negative but it is something to keep an eye on. He shared time Week 1 with Will Hudgens but established himself as the likely starter in last weeks game vs Rice.
09/073:12pmRonald LearyCQuestionableAnkleLeary is a reserve center for the Tigers who have been a bit banged up on the offensive line. Leary did not see action in the Tigers first two games.
09/073:10pmWill HudgensQBProbableHeadHudgens is recovering from a slight concussion he suffered in the season opener. He came in and threw 1 incomplete pass in the Week 2 loss to Rice. Hudgens and Arkelon Hall shared the quarterback duties in the opener vs Ole Miss.
08/275:08amT.J PittsRBOutAnklePitts is at the top of the depth chart but is not expected to return until the middle of September. Juco transfer Curtis Steele and Miami(Fla) transfer Charlie Jones will be the top backs to start the season.
08/245:44pmMichael DenningLGOutMCLDenning is the backup LG for Terrence Echols, who also hurt his MCL recently. Denning is expected to miss 4 to 6 weeks due to the injury, creating a hole at LG with the top two at the position out.
08/193:14pmTerrence EcholsLGOutMCLEchols is the starting LG for the tigers and is expected to miss at least a month while recovering from a MCL sprain.
Miami (FL)
Next game: Miami (FL) at Texas A&M on 09/20
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/0312:41pmChris BarneyOLOutUndisclosedChris Barney will miss 4-6 weeks with an undisclosed injury. He had been working with the first team most of the camp.
09/0110:04amCourtney HarrisDEOutAchillesThe junior backup will miss the 2008 season with an Achilles injury.
09/0110:01amTommy StreeterWROutWristThe Hurricanes announced last week that freshman wide receiver Tommy Streeter will miss the entire season. He will be redshirted.
Miami (OH)
Next game: FCS (1-AA) Opponent at Miami (OH) on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/065:01pmDaniel RaudabaughQBQuestionablePossible ConcussionRaudabaugh was knocked out in the fourth quarter, getting sandwiched by the Wolverines on a running play. The RedHawks weren't sure if Raudabaugh had a concussion, but the QB said he was OK. RS freshman Clay Belton replaced Raudabaugh and went 3-for-7 for 14 yards in his first collegiate action.
Michigan
Next game: Michigan at Notre Dame on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/118:07pmRyan Van BerganDEProbableAnkleVan Bergan injured is ankle in the opener and did not play Week 2. He is upgraded to probable. Van Bergan is a backup DE for the Wolverines.
09/083:00pmCarlos BrownRBProbableShoulderBrown did not play in Michigan's Week 2 win over Miami(OH). Sam McGuffie, Michael Shaw and Brandon Minor are currently playing ahead of Brown. He is upgraded to probable for the 9/13 Notre Dame game according to coach Rodriguez.
09/083:00pmMichael ShawRBProbableGroinShaw left the 9/6 game vs Miami(OH) after tweaking his groin but coach Rodriguez said he expects him to be ready for the Notre Dame game. Shaw had two nice runs before leaving with the injury.
09/082:58pmMark OrtmannLTOutElbowOrtman suffered a dislocated elbow in the win over Miami(OH). He is downgraded to out for the Notre Dame game. After his injury Michigan ran the ball predominantly to the right side. Former walk-on Bryant Nowicki replaced Ortman however redshirt sophomore Perry Dorrestein will get the start at LT vs Notre Dame.
09/0711:46amGreg MathewsWRProbableAnkleMathews had 3 catches for 54 yards in the opener but left with an ankle injury. He did not play Week 2 for the Wolverines. Mathews is ragarded as UM's top receiving threat.
08/318:53amCory ZirbelOLOutKneeRG Zirbel ha a knee injury which is expected to sideline him another 5-7 weeks. David Moosman started at RG for the Wolverines in the opener. Redshirt sophomore John Ferrara was slotted to be a backup at defensive tackle but was moved to the other side of the ball to add depth.
Michigan St.
Next game: Florida Atlantic at Michigan St. on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/095:18pmKendell Davis-ClarkFSDoubtfulShoulderDavis-Clark did not play vs Eastern Michigan and is doubtful this week. He moved from cornerback to safety to take Jenrette's place, and coach Mark Dantonio might make the same move with Ross Weaver.
09/071:29pmDeon CurryWRQuestionableBackCurry suited up but did not play in the first two weeks of the season. The senior WR ranked fourth on the team with 24 receptions in 2007.
09/071:24pmJon MischOLBOutFootMisch did not play in the seasons first two games. The backup linebacker has a stress fracture in his foot that will likely keep him out 2-3 more weeks.
08/161:58pmRoderick JenretteFSOutPersonalProjected starter Jenrette has been asked to take an indefinite absence from the team to address a personal matter. Kendell Davis-Clark moved from CB to start in his place in the opening loss to Cal.
Middle Tenn. St.
Next game: Middle Tenn. St. at Kentucky on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/097:59pmMichael CannonWROutKneeCannon went down in the first quarter vs Maryland on 9/6 with a season ending knee injury. The junior had 6 receptions on the season up that point.
09/071:49pmChris HawkinsCDoubtfulKneeHawkins has a MCL injury that kept him out the first two weeks and possibly longer. He recently moved from RG to C.
09/071:48pmEvon LettsomeRGQuestionableAnkleThe starting RG missed the last 2 weeks and his return date is unknown.
09/071:43pmRod IssacCBDoubtfulAnkleIssac suffered a ankle injury in the opening game against Troy and missed the 9/6 win over Maryland.
09/071:42pmRogeric GovanOLQuestionableKneeGovan did not play in MTSU's upset of Maryland due to a knee injury. The OL is not a starter but with other injuries on the OL, he could see significant playing time if he is able to return.
09/071:36pmAndrew HarringtonLBQuestionableAnkleHarrington injured his ankle during the opening game against Troy and he did not play Week 2. The loss of Harrington hurts more than usual due to the amount of injuries MTSU has had among its front seven. “The front seven have got to step up,” Carmichael said. “We’ve got to stop the run. It’s about tempo and not letting them play the game they want.”
08/3111:38pmJack PatrickCOutKneeThe starting center is out for the season.
Minnesota
Next game: FCS (1-AA) Opponent at Minnesota on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/115:28amNed TavaleLGDoubtfulUndisclosedTavale was injured 9/6 at Bowling Green and is downgraded to doubtful this week. If Tavale doesn't start, the Gophers could have three redshirt freshmen, and sophomores D.J. Burris and Dom Alford in the starting lineup against Montana State.
09/105:31amKevin WhaleyRBProbableLegWhaley is close to 100% according to coach Brewster. The true freshman has a shot to play a more prominent role with the loss of Duane Bennett.
09/095:13pmJeff Tow-ArnettCOutKneeStarting C Jeff Tow-Arnett injured his knee in the Gophers 9/6 win over Bowling Green. His status is week-to-week but he will not play 9/13 vs Montana St.
09/095:07pmDuane BennettRBOutKneeBennett suffered a torn ACL against Bowling Green 9/6 and will miss the rest of the season. Bennett was terrific against the Falcons, rushing for 100 yards and finishing with 148 all-purpose yards. Coach Brewster now will turn to freshmen DeLeon Eskridge and Shady Salamon.
Mississippi
Next game: FCS (1-AA) Opponent at Mississippi on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/071:55pmPeria JerryDTProbableKneeJerry had arthroscopic knee surgery to repair a torn lateral meniscus in August. The 2-year starter and 2nd Team All-SEC from '07 was expected to be sidelined for the first month of the season. Jerry played limitedly yesterday but did not record any defensive stats.
08/153:29pmGreg HardyDEOutFootHardy, who led the SEC in sacks last season, is out for 6-8 weeks after undergoing surgery to repair a stress fracture in his right foot. The 1st Team All-SEC player had 64 tackles to go along with his 10 sacks in '07.
Mississippi St.
Next game: Auburn at Mississippi St. on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/127:58amEric RichardsKOOutHipRichards will not play tomorrow due to an inflamed tendon in his hip. Field Goal kicker Adam Carlson most likely takes over the kick off duties.
09/127:55amMarcus GreenTEOutHipGreen re-injured his balky hip in the week 2 contest w/ SE La. and finished the game on crutches on the sidelines. Coach Croom confirmed that Green will not play this weekend.
09/127:52amBrandon McRaeWRProbableHamstringMcRae has a hamstring issue and wore a yellow at practice early this week but Coach Croom said nothing has changed about his availability for Saturday's game against No. 9 Auburn.
09/1010:24amJamar ChaneyLBOutLegChaney was lost for the season when he broke his leg in the opening game. Not only was he an All-SEC performer on the field, but he was one of the Bulldogs' strongest leaders in the locker room. Redshirt freshman Jamie Jones started at MLB last week in the win over Southeastern Louisiana.
09/088:46amO'Neal WilderWROutKneeThe freshman missed the first two games and could be out several more weeks with a dislocated kneecap. The reigning 400-meter dash junior world champion was expected to add a spark to the passing game but will have to wait.
Missouri
Next game: Nevada at Missouri on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/105:24amAndy MaplesDTQuestionableDTThe backup DT is likely to return this week or next week. The highly touted Juco transfer is expected to add depth at DT for the Tigers. He is recovering from a broken bone in his foot suffered in fall camp.
09/095:25amTremane VaughnsCBQuestionableAnkleBackup CB Tremane Vaughns turned his ankle and his status for the 9/13 game vs Nevada is in question. If he’s unavailable redshirt freshman Trey Hobson becomes the fourth cornerback.
09/095:23amDanario AlexanderWRProbableKneeAlexander is recovering from knee surgery and did not play the first two weeks. Coach Pinkel said he will make his season debut against Nevada 9/13. The 6'5" junior had recorded a 46 inch vertical before his injury. In comparison the top vertical at the '08 NFL combine was 39 inches.
09/095:22amWilliam MooreFSProbableFootFS William Moore did not play in Missouri's win over SE Missouri but has returned to practice and it is looking more likely he will play 9/13 vs Nevada. Moore was a 2nd Team All-American in '07.
09/0710:05amVan AlexanderSLBQuestionableSLBAlexander is recovering from a torn ACL in spring drills and did not participate in Missouri's wins over Illinois & SE Missouri. Alexander started 8 of 14 games in 2007 and recorded 60 tackles.
09/036:51pmMichael KeckDEOutPersonalRedshirt freshman DE Michael Keck has left the football team. He was listed co-No. 2 at DE and had one tackle in the opener vs Illinois. Keck was #2 rated prospect in the class of 2006 according to Rivals.
09/019:31pmSteve RedmondSLBOutKneePinkel said backup SLB Steve Redmond will undergo surgery on Tuesday and has already asked if he can return for a bowl game. “He’s just a solider,” Pinkel said of the fifth-year senior. Sophomore Jeff Gettys is now the backup to Luke Lambert.
N.C. State
Next game: N.C. State at Clemson on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/128:41amAnthony HillTEOutChestHill missed week 2 due to a strained chest muscle and is out indefinitely.
09/128:40amMatt KushnerTEOutKneeKushner was starting for injured starter Anthony Hill and injured his knee in week 2 and is out for the season. Third-teamer George Bryan played well, with five catches for 41 yards and a touchdown, but another injury at tight end might be catastrophic.
09/109:54amJamelle EugeneRBOutAnkleEugene missed the first two games with an ankle injury and is not expected to play this week. Senior Andre Brown has stepped in for the team's top returning rusher and has averaged 72.0 yards/gm and score one touchdown.
09/088:03amRussell WilsonQBProbableConcussionWilson is expected to start Saturday at Clemson. He missed the last game due to a concussion he suffered in the season opener.
08/288:55amThomas BarnesLBOutTransferedThe backup LB has decided to transfer leaving little depth at the SLB position behind Nate Irving.
08/288:17amCurtis CrouchOLOutNoneThe two-year starter was dropped to second team on the depth chart during the preseason and will not be traveling with the team for the season opener for what is being called a "coach's decision."
08/278:36amJavon WalkerSOutKneeWalker has missed the entire preseason with a knee injury and is out for the season. He tore a knee ligament against Miami last season and has had additional surgery. Sophomore John Ware moves up from the 2nd position on the Wolfpack's depth chart.
08/278:27amToney BakerRBOutKneeBaker is still recovering from knee surgery. NC State's leading rusher in 2006 was supposed to compete for the starting job this preseason but has been sitting out. He will miss the season opener and Coach O'Brien doesn't know when he'll return
08/2011:10pmDonald BowensWROutBackTop returning receiver Bowens will miss the season with a hairline fracture in his spine. Bowens caught 41 passes last year and led the team in receiving yards. Bowens' backup, Owen Spencer, along with Jarvis Williams and Darrell Davis all combined for 25 catches in 2007.
08/1511:15amClem JohnsonSOutJawProjected reserve is expected to miss 2008 season.
Navy
Next game: Navy at Duke on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/095:14amKaipo-Noa Kaheaku-EnhadaQBProbableHamstringDespite returning to practice in full pads this week he did not play in the loss to Ball St and has not played yet this season. However he is upgraded to probable as he is expected to start the 9/13 game vs Duke.
09/079:37amAndrew McGinnRTQuestionableConcussionThe senior with 13 career starts did not play 9/5 vs Ball St. He was replaced by Mike Von Bargen a senior making his first career start.
09/079:32amKetric BuffinCBProbableKneeThe projected starting CB out of Spring sat out the first two weeks. Buffin led the team in interceptions last season with four.
Nebraska
Next game: New Mexico St. at Nebraska on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/123:23pmDJ JonesOLDoubtfulUndisclosedBackup OL DJ Jones is expected to miss the 9/13 game vs New Mexico St as he has been hampered by an undisclosed injury.
09/106:49pmThomas LawsonFBOutAppendixLawson will not play 9/13 vs New Mexico St after having his appendix removed this week. He is the starting FB for the Huskers.
09/106:47pmAnthony WestCBQuestionableUndisclosedWest has started at CB this year for the Huskers but did not practice Wednesday and is day-to-day according to coach Pelini.
09/106:45pmLydon MurthaTProbableArmMurtha did not play in either of Nebraska's first two games. However coach Pelini announced he will start 9/13 after he returned to practice that day. He is a returning starter at T for the Huskers.
09/0710:36amRicky ThenarseFSQuestionableShoulderThenarse injured his shoulder on kick off coverage early in the season opener and did not return. He did not play in Nebraska's 9/6 win over SJSU. Thenarse was expected to get signifcant playing time at FS and is a major contributor on special teams.
09/0710:31amBarry TurnerDEOutLegTurner will miss the rest of the season with a leg fracture. The senior is a returning starter at DE for the Huskers and should have a good chance at receiving a medical redshirt.
08/237:41amKevin DixonDTOutSuspensionDixon was booted from the team at the beginning of fall camp due to off the field incidents over the summer. Dixon was expected to be a key player in the DT rotation an area where the Huskers lack depth behind starters Ty Steinkuhler & Ndamukong Suh.
Nevada
Next game: Nevada at Missouri on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/089:03amLuke LippincottRBOutKneeLippincott is out for the rest of the year with a torn ACL in his left knee. He was the team's emotional leader and led the WAC in rushing last season. Junior Brandon Fragger and sophomore Vai Taua will try to fill Lippincott's immeasurable shoes.
New Mexico
Next game: Arizona at New Mexico on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/118:45amTerel AnyaibeLBDoubtfulCalfAnyaibe is doubtful for Saturday's game with a strained lower left calf muscle. He'll undergo an MRI on his Achilles' heel early this week but is not expected to practice even if tests don't reveal a serious injury. RS fresman Julian Conley is listed 2nd on the depth chart and is likely to start in Anyaibe's place.
08/309:22amMike LoveSOutAcademicsThe projected reserve is out indefinitely due to academic issues. He missed time in '07 for the same reason.
New Mexico St.
Next game: New Mexico St. at Nebraska on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/0511:45amChris WoodsCBOutTransferredWoods, the Aggies' starting right corner is 2007, was deemed academically ineligible and transferred to a Division II school.
North Carolina
Next game: Virginia Tech at North Carolina on 09/20
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/129:20amCooter ArnoldWRQuestionableAnkleThe backup wideout is nursing an ankle injury and did not play in week 3.
09/0911:28amDarrius MassenburgDEOutKneeMassenburg will not play at Rutgers after undergoing exploratory arthroscopic surgery yesterday on one of his knees. No structural damage was found. He will likely be replaced in the starting lineup by sophomore Greg Elleby.
North Texas
Next game: North Texas at LSU on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/105:26pmMicah MosleyRBOutShoulderMosley injured his shoulder 9/6 vs Tulsa. He could return 9/27 at the earliest. He has shared carries this year with Lance Dunbar and Cam Montgomery.
09/0810:00amKelvin DrakeCProbableAnkleDrake missed the first game but did see some action in Week 2 despite not starting. J.J. Johnson has started in his place. Drake was a 2nd-TM Sun Belt Conference selection last season.
08/3111:42pmJamel JacksonWROutBroken CollarboneBackup outside WR Jamel Jackson is out for at least four more weeks with a broken collarbone he suffered over the weekend. It’s unfortunate," UNT coach Todd Dodge said. "But he can come back and probably contribute to our team later in the year."
08/306:54amJustin PadronLBOutPersonal ReasonsPadron has left the team for personal reasons and now is trying to walk on at LB at SMU. Padron was part of Mean Green coach Todd Dodge's first recruiting class in 2007. Earlier this month, Dodge said that Padron had given up football because of complications from diabetes.
08/1711:44amAlonzo HortonDEOutAcademicsHorton is going to miss the entire season after he failed to graduate from Northwest Mississippi Community College. He was expected to start at DE for the mean green.
Northern Illinois
Next game: FCS (1-AA) Opponent at Northern Illinois on 09/20
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/051:21pmDan NicholsonQBProbableShoulderSoreness from offseason shoulder surgery slowed Nicholson in preseason camp. He was healthy enough to play in the opener, but coaches decided to start redshirt freshman Harnish. Nicholson is likely to be available again but will not start this week.
09/051:20pmTim MayerbockOLQuestionableKneeMayerbock is a backup OL and did not play in the season opener.
09/027:30amLarry EnglishDEProbableThumbStandout DE Larry English hurt his thumb in the season opener vs. Minnesota. He will likely play vs Western Michigan but may have to wear protective padding on his thumb/hand. English is a two time all conference pick.
08/192:47pmDavid KoronkiewiczTEOutElbowKoronkiewicz was listed as the 3rd-string TE last season for Northern Illinois and was expected to see limited action this year.
Northwestern
Next game: FCS (1-AA) Opponent at Northwestern on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/073:20pmKevin FrymireWRQuestionableUndisclosedFrymire sat out the first two games. The junior had one reception in 2007.
09/073:18pmBryce McNaulOLBQuestionableUndisclosedMcNaul has not played in the first two games. The redshirt freshman battled injuries throughout his redshirt season in 2007. He will play a backup role for the Wildcats when he can get healthy.
09/073:17pmJeff YarbroughWRQuestionableUndisclosedYarbrough has not played in the first two games. The Senior had 18 receptions including 2 TD's in 2007.
09/073:16pmNiko MafuliDTQuestionableUndisclosedThe redshirt freshman backup DT did not play in the first two games. Coach Fitzgerald has been tight-lipped in regards to detailed injury information.
08/152:46pmDrake DunsmoreWR/TEOutKneeDunsmore tore the ACL in his right knee and is out for the '08 season. He played in all 12 games last season as one of two true freshman to get playing time and was Sporting News freshman All-Big Ten.
Notre Dame
Next game: Michigan at Notre Dame on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/123:30pmChris StewartRGProbableLeg“Three-quarters of the way through practice (Wednesday), he got rolled up,” said Weis, referring to Stewart’s setback as a lower-leg injury. The starter was replaced by true freshman Trevor Robinson in Thursday's practice. Weis said Stewart is probable.
09/123:29pmDavid GrimesWRProbableBackGrimes is probable 9/13 vs Michigan. “I would list him as probable,” Weis said. “I never say 100 percent. But I would not put him in the questionable category.” Grimes had 5 catches for 35 yards and a TD in the opener vs SDSU.
09/0712:12pmJashaad GainesFSQuestionablePersonal ReasonsThe backup FS is the San Diego St game due to personal reasons. Harrison Smith was promoted to the second string FS spot.
08/287:41amMike RagoneTEOutKneeThe starting TE is out for the season as he is going to have knee surgery to repair a torn ACL. Will Yeatman is his likely replacement for the season at the position.
Ohio
Next game: Cent. Michigan at Ohio on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/128:46amTommy StuckCOutSuspensionThe backup center has been suspended for two games for a violation of team policy, team officials said. Stuck was charged Sunday with disorderly conduct, a minor misdemeanor. He should be able to return Sep. 27th for the VMI matchup.
09/108:28amBoo JacksonQBQB Starter NamedNoneJackson is expected to start this weekend. The JC transfer is 12-of-29 passing for 110 yards with three interceptions in his first season with Ohio.
09/0811:07amTheo ScottQBOutCollarboneScott injured his collarbone in the loss to the Buckeyes on Saturday and will have surgery today. Coach Solich said that the injury usually takes a minimum of 6-to-8 weeks to recover. JC transfer Boo Jackson took over in week 2 and threw 3 INT's.
09/065:04pmMichael BrownLBQuestionableHamstringThe starting LB leads the team in TKL's among players returning this season. Brown is still dealing with a hamstring injury and did not play against Ohio St.
08/2410:31amMitch MorsilloFBOutShoulderThe starting FB will be out until midseason with a shoulder injury. Look for Jayson White to be used until Morsillo is ready to return to action.
Ohio St.
Next game: Ohio St. at USC on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/118:20pmTod DenlingerDTQuestionableAnkleBackup DT Tod Denlinger is questionable for the 9/13 game vs USC. He started the opener but missed last weeks game vs Ohio. The junior had 13 tackles last season for the Buckeyes.
09/118:15pmTyler MoellerDBOutUndisclosedBackup nickleback Tyler Moeller will not make the trip to California for the 9/13 USC game.
09/1110:46amChris WellsRBDoubtfulFootBeanie injured his foot in the 3rd quarter of OSU's season opener but X-rays were negative. He is downgraded to doubtful for the 9/13 matchup with USC. Coach Tressel said Wells was probable on Tuesday. He practiced Wednesday but was too sore to practice Thursday morning. Keep a close eye on the situation as there is a chance Wells could rest until Saturday night and then give it a go. Wells is one of the top RB's in the nation.
09/083:03pmDonald WashingtonCBProbableSuspensionWashington sat out the first two games due to suspension but is expected to return 9/13 for the primetime matchup with USC. The returning starter had 39 tackles in 2007.
09/083:02pmJamario O'NealSProbableSuspensionO'Neal has served a two game suspension for breaking uspecified team rules and should play vs USC. The senior is a backup for the Buckeyes but plays a significant role on special teams. He recorded 14 tackles in 2007.
09/071:14pmBrian RolleLBQuestionableConcussionBackup LB Brian Rolle did not play vs Ohio due to a concussion he sustained in the opening win over Ohio St.
Oklahoma
Next game: Oklahoma at Washington on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/085:04amBrandon CalebWRQuestionableFootCaleb was seen on the sideline of OU's 9/6 win over Cincinnati wearing a walking boot. Stoops said Monday night that it was a mild ankle sprain sustained in practice that sidelined Caleb. He is a reserve WR for the Sooners.
09/071:11pmQuinton CarterSSQuestionableKneeThe backup SS is rahabbing minor knee surgery and may be able to return to action 9/13 vs Washington. The junior backs up senior Nic Harris.
09/037:16pmJohn WilliamsDEOutPersonalWilliams was granted a 6th year of eligibility but coach Stoops announced he has left the team permanently. Williams did start 3 games for the Sooners in 2007.
Oklahoma St.
Next game: FCS (1-AA) Opponent at Oklahoma St. on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/085:23amJeray ChathamDTQuestionableFootChatham aggrivated a foot injury in OSU's 9/6 win over Houston. The returning starter may be held out of OSU's 9/13 game vs Missouri St.
09/085:21amArtrell WoodsWRQuestionableKneeBackup WR Artrell Woods sprained his knee in the 9/6 win over Houston and it is unclear if he will be used in OSU's 9/13 game vs Missouri St.
09/085:19amLucien AntoineFSOutKneeAntoine tore his ACL in Okie St's 9/6 win over Houston and is lost for the season. Senior T.J. Bell will step in to the starting role for the Cowboys.
Oregon
Next game: Oregon at Purdue on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/0910:09amJeremiah JohnsonRBProbableShoulderJohnson left the week 2 contest with a shoulder injury but it doesn't appear to be serious. He wanted to return to the ballgame but trainers kept him out for precautionary reasons. Johnson has been cleared to practice and Coach Bellotti listed his status for the Purdue game as probable.
09/089:32amC.E. KaiserOLQuestionableAnkleKaiser had to leave the week 2 contest but the training staff believe the offensive lineman is 50/50 for the upcoming game.
09/071:51pmDominic GloverDEQuestionableBackBackup DE Glover missed the first two games of the season due to lower back problems.
08/2810:33amNate CostaQBOutKneeCosta will miss a second straight season after doctors found damage to the ACL in his left knee during surgery to repair a torn meniscus Wednesday. Last season's Sun Bowl starter Justin Roper has been named the starter for week 1.
08/268:30amKevin GarrettLBOutSuspendedGarrett has been dismissed from the team. Casey Matthews and and Terrance Pritchett have been competing for the starting WLB position.
Oregon St.
Next game: Hawaii at Oregon St. on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/088:22amSimi KuliDEOutAcademicsThe JC transfer DE won’t be with the team until at least Sept. 29, when classes at OSU begin. If not, this will be his redshirt season and he’ll enroll in January, Riley said. Kuli was supposed to fill a major hole in the defensive line unit but the Beavers will just have to wait.
09/088:19amJeremy PerryOLDoubtfulKneeThe 1st Team Pac-10 left guard is still slowed by the left knee that was surgically repaired in the off-season. Perry missed the first two games of the season and is highly doubtful to play against his home state team, Hawaii.
09/072:11pmBrent McNeilOLDoubtfulToeBackup OT McNeil missed the first two games of the season. Coach Riley said McNeil might redshirt this season.
09/072:07pmSean CanfieldQBDoubtfulShoulderCanfield has experienced soreness in his shoulder since the 2nd day of training camp and since then has taken very limited repetitions often watching practice on the sidelines and not participating in drills. Canfield did not play in the first two games of the season.
09/072:05pmJames DockeryCBQuestionableKneeThe backup CB had surgery and is expected to be out for three weeks. He did not play in week 2 against Penn State.
08/1512:38pmMichael ColeOLOutPersonalThe projected reserve has left the team and will not play in 2008.
08/1512:23pmTavita ThompsonOLOutAcademicsMissed 7 games in '07 due to academics and will be out until Nov 1st. Thompson would be starting if eligible.
Penn St.
Next game: Penn St. at Syracuse on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/125:17amDerrick WilliamsWRProbableAbdominalWilliams strained an abdominal muscle against Oregon State but has not missed practice. “I’m sure he’ll be OK (for Saturday),” coach Paterno said. Williams has 4 receptions for 72 yards on the season to go along with a kickoff return TD.
09/103:20pmMaurice EvansDEOutSuspensionCoach Paterno said Evans will not play 9/13 vs Syracuse which is the second game of the suspension. Evans has not practiced since the 9/2 incident. It's a major blow to the defense as Evans is considered to be Penn St's best defensive player.
09/103:19pmAbe KoromaDTOutSuspensionCoach Paterno said Koroma will not play 9/13 vs Syracuse which is the second game of the suspension. Koroma has not practiced since the 9/2 incident. Penn St is already extremely thin at DT.
09/0711:27amAko PotiTQuestionableUndisclosedSecond string offensive tackle Ako Poti did not play in PSU's first two games.
09/0711:24amAndrew QuarlessTEQuestionableSuspensionMarijuana was found at the apartment of Quarless & three other players. Quarless did not play in the Oregon St game. Quarless had 1 catch for 8 yards in the opener & is PSU's most talented TE. Quarless was cited for DUI last March & underage drinking in '07.
09/0711:16amJerome HayesDEOutKneeHayes has a torn ACL and will miss the remainder of the season. Penn St's defensive line has been depleted with injuries and suspensions.
08/3110:47amDevon StillDTOutAnkleStill is out with a broken ankle. Depth is a concern at DT as Chris Baker and Phil Taylor were kicked off the squad before the season for off-field issues. Still missed all of 2007 with a knee injury.
Pittsburgh
Next game: Iowa at Pittsburgh on 09/20
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/074:49pmShane MurrayLBQuestionableKneeMurray has a strained right knee and did not see any game action in either of the first two games. Receiver-turned-linebacker Austin Ransom has started both games in Murray's place and is one of the team's leading tacklers thus far.
09/047:48amAdam GunnLBOutNeckGunn may miss the rest of the season with a broken neck caused when he collided with teammate Scott McKillop during the season-opener. Gunn, who became a starter last season, played every down on defense and also was on the kickoff team before sustaining a concussion during the third quarter Saturday. A broken vertebrae showed up during a post-game MRI exam.
08/1612:32pmDoug FulmerDEOutKneeFulmer tore a ligament in his left knee that required surgery. This is the third year in a row injuries have ended the starter's season. He'll be replaced by Jaball Sheard who had 3 tackles in '07.
Purdue
Next game: Oregon at Purdue on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/084:51amKyle AdamsTEProbableKneeAdams injured his knee in the 9/6 win over Northern Colorado but it is believed to be a bruise. Adams is the starting TE for the Boilermakers.
09/084:49amSean SesterOTProbableBackThe 3 year starter did not play 9/6 in the opener for Purdue. Seseter says he expects to play 9/16 vs Oregon and that it is a matter of him dealing with the pain.
09/0710:46amJason WernerWLBQuestionableBackWerner re-aggrivated a back injury and did not play Week 2 for Purdue. Werner was replaced in the starting lineup by Joe Holland.
08/2311:05amJaycen TaylorRBOutKneeTaylor will miss the 2008 season with a torn ACL. Taylor rushed for 560 yards and 4 touchdowns in 2007 and was expected to split carries with Kory Sheets. Taylor will now redshirt and return for his senior season in 2009.
Rice
Next game: Rice at Vanderbilt on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/095:18amJustin HillRBProbableShoulder and FootThe backup RB was 2nd in rushing for the team last season and started six games when CJ Ugokwe missed time. He has had shoulder issues since the spring and now has a foot injury as well. Hill did not play in either of the Owls first two games but is upgraded to probable.
09/095:18amVernon JamesWLBOutKneeJames left the 9/5 game vs Memphis after he had recorded 6 tackles. The starting WLB was lost for the season and suddenly Memphis is hurting at the LB position.
09/095:15amBrian RainesSLBOutUndisclosedStarting LB Brian Raines left Rice's game vs Memphis with an injury and did not return. He is expected to be out about 6 weeks. He recorded three tackles in the win.
09/079:44amJoseph LearyCBQuestionableHamstringLeary is nursing a hamstring injury that has been bothering him for awhile. He is a backup CB for the Owls but sees significant playing time at CB. Leary did not participate in Rice's first two games.
Rutgers
Next game: Rutgers at Navy on 09/20
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/129:49amGary WattsDEOutKneeThe backup defensive lineman was injured in practice last week and is out for the year.
09/129:47amKordell YoungRBQuestionableKneeYoung did not play Thursday night because of soreness in his surgically repaired knee. However Greg Schiano said Young didn't hurt the repair. Young's status for the week 4 Navy game will be determined during practice next week.
San Diego St.
Next game: San Diego St. at San Jose St. on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/129:15amErik IkonneDEDoubtfulAnkleIkonne has a sprained ankle and missed the ND game. He is not expected to play tomorrow either.
09/1111:35amTJ McKaySQuestionableAchillesThe backup safety was banged up in last week's game and was sporting a protective boot this week, the result of a strained Achilles' tendon. His status for Saturday's game at San Jose State is unknown.
09/108:55amJose PerezPROutWristPerez has a broken wrist and is not expected to play this weekend.
09/108:51amRyan WilliamsDEDoubtfulConcussionA concussion kept Williams out the ND game and he is not expected to play this weekend either.
09/108:49amDavion MauldinKR/PROutFootKick/punt returner Davion Mauldin will miss his second straight game this week. Jose Perez, who returned punts against Notre Dame, has a fractured left wrist. Mekell Wesley will return punts and kickoffs this weekend.
09/096:20pmCorey BoudreauxSProbableShoulderBoudreaux dinged up his shoulder in the ND game but Coach Long says he should be OK for this weekend's contest.
09/096:15pmSiaosi FifitaDTProbableKneeFifita appears ready to come back from his knee injury after missing the first two games, Coach Long said Sunday. His return would enable SDSU to play its originally planned first-team front Saturday at San Jose State
09/0812:59pmMichael SneadDEOutHipSnead is listed as out for "about a month" and further reduces the depth of the defensive line.
09/0812:57pmAvery WilliamsDLOutKneeWilliams is out for the season with a knee injury. The defensive line unit is getting very thin in Sad Diego.
09/0812:55pmNeil SpencerDLOutShoulderSpencer is out for the season due to a shoulder injury.
09/0812:52pmErnie LawsonDLProbableFootLawson aggravated a foot injury late in the week 2 game but should be ready this week, Coach Long said.
09/049:03amTony DeMartinisDEOutLegDeMartinis left the season opener in the first quarter with a left leg injury. Coach Chuck Long speculated that DeMartinis might be out for the season.
San Jose St.
Next game: San Diego St. at San Jose St. on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/096:33pmJustin PaysingerOLProbableBackPaysinger is a backup OL who has not played this season due to back surgery but was expected to be back at practice this week.
09/096:32pmIsaac LeatiotaOGProbableGroinLeatiota hurt his groin days before the opening game and was not able to play in the Nebraska game in week 2. He's expected to practice this week and be ready for week 3.
09/096:30pmKyle ReedQBProbableHeadAll signs point to Reed being back for San Jose State against San Diego State on Saturday. Reed was knocked out of the game in the fourth quarter of the Nebraska game last Saturday with what Coach Tomey said afterward was a concussion. Monday, Tomey said it wasn't "really a concussion, he just got his bell rung.''
09/065:41pmRonnie CastilloOLQuestionableBackCastillo was not listed on the participation report after the Nebraska game.
09/065:39pmPatrick PerryRBQuestionableKneePerry was doubtful for the week 2 matchup with a knee injury and did not play.
SMU
Next game: SMU at Texas Tech on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/0710:13amBryce HudmanSSQuestionableSuspensionHudman had 82 tackles last year tied for the team high. He did not play in either of the Mustangs first two games. Sophomore Rock Dennis has started in his place.
South Carolina
Next game: Georgia at South Carolina on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/108:14amMoe BrownWRProbableKneeCoach Spurrier said he expects Brown to be back at practice and to play this weekend. Brown has been nursing a sprained knee.
09/091:13pmJamon MeredithOTProbableEligibilityThe projected starter missed the first two weeks of the season. Coach Spurrier expects him to play in week 3.
09/091:09pmMike DavisRBProbableSuspensionDavis will be suspended for a game for violating the athletic department’s class attendance policy. He started the first two games of the season. Coach Spurrier said he will keep him out of a later game for lying about a refrigerator break-in in the team's weight room. He is currently listed as probable for this weekend with a thigh injury.
09/091:08pmMarque HallDTProbableKneeHall did not play in Thursday's matchup w/ Vandy but is expected to play in week 3.
09/088:12amKenny McKinleyWRDoubtfulHamstringThe 1st Team SEC stud had to leave Thursday's game early and could not return. His leg was iced on the sidelines for most of the first half and he came out of the halftime locker room in street clothes. Coach Spurrier said McKinley is likely out against Georgia.
09/057:43amNick ProchakTEQuestionableKneeThe backup tight end sat out last Thursday's game due to a knee injury.
09/057:42amTommy BeecherQBProbableHeadBeecher left the opener after suffering what South Carolina officials called a "head injury" and couldn't practice Monday because he couldn't lift his non-throwing shoulder. Chris Smelley started against Vanderbilt and Beecher didn't get on the playing field.
South Florida
Next game: Kansas at South Florida on 09/12
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/127:40amTyson ButlerCBDoubtfulAnkleButler missed some practice this week due to an ankle injury and is doubtful to play tonight.
09/119:17amTyler RobertsCBDoubtfulAnkleThe backup corner is nursing an ankle injury and is likely to miss the Kansas contest.
09/119:16amMike FordRBQuestionableAnkleFord left the season opener with an ankle injury and did not play in week 2. He returned to practice this week but but will be a game-time decision on Saturday.
09/119:15amMarcus EdwardsKRProbableRibsEdwards was injured in week 2 but practiced Tuesday. He says he's "100 percent" and will play this weekend.
09/119:12amZach HermannOLOutFootHermann suffered a broken foot Monday and will be replaced by sophomore Jacob Sims in the starting lineup. He is expected to be out a month.
09/075:39pmDanny TolleyOLDoubtfulKneeThe backup offensive tackle is recovering from an ACL injury and missed the first two games of the season. He is out indefinitely.
Southern Miss
Next game: Southern Miss at Arkansas St. on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/123:35pmCalvin WilsonLTDoubtfulHeadThe starting LT took a blow to the head that knocked him out of the game vs Auburn on 9/6 and his status is downgraded to doubtful. The junior is a key part of USM's o-line. However juco transfer Kyle Burkhart has seen significant playing time behind Wilson at left tackle through the first two games
09/081:08pmTorris MageeWRProbableAnkleMagee is nursing a sore ankle and missed Week 1 but did play sparingly 9/6 vs Auburn. He should be closer to full strength this week. Magee is USM's leading returning receiver.
09/081:06pmTim GreenLBQuestionableUndisclosedGreen did not play in the 9/6 loss to Auburn due to an undisclosed injury. Green is a backup LB for USM.
Stanford
Next game: Stanford at TCU on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/128:47amCorey GatewoodCBProbableAnkleThe backup CB sustained an ankle injury in the Oregon State game and did not play in week 2. He is expected to play tomorow at TCU.
09/118:15amJim DrayTEProbableKneeDray is recovering from a horrific knee injury (torn ACL, the LCL, the PCL, the hamstring, the popliteus, the post anterior capsule and the lateral band). He is back at practice at full speed this week, readying himself to take the field Saturday against TCU.
09/108:37amTavita PritchardQBStartingNoneStanford coach Jim Harbaugh said QB Tavita Pritchard remains his starter but other QBs will play against TCU Saturday.
09/108:35amRichard ShermanWRProbableKneeSherman aggravated a knee injury late in the week 2 game. His MRI exam came back "clean" and the Stanford receiver is expected to play Saturday against Texas Christian, Coach Jim Harbaugh said.
09/108:33amGustav RydstedtOLDoubtfulConcussionThe backup guard missed the first two games with a concussion and is expected to miss week 3.
09/0811:15amPannel EgbohDEQuestionableUndisclosedEgboh had to leave the Arizona State game prematurely due to an undisclosed injury. No post-game report was given and he is questionable to play week 3.
09/034:43pmAllen SmithOLOutKneeSmith a three year starter is out indefinitely. Coach Harbaugh said “I think the best that we can hope for with Allen is that, at some point, he comes back this season and is at least able to practice.”
08/288:36amAustin YancySOutHamstringYancy's hamstring injury is so bad that he might not be back until October. Yancy started all 12 games in 2007. Sophomore Taylor Skaufel is getting the majority of the repetitions.
08/265:53pmMarcus RanceWROutKneeRance sustained a potentially serious knee injury during practice and is expected to miss significant time. He is listed on the depth chart as the No. 3 wide receiver.
08/241:05pmChris OwusuWROutKneeReserve receiver Owusu tore the MCL in his knee during a scrimmage Tuesday and isn't expected back until October.
Syracuse
Next game: Penn St. at Syracuse on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/0810:09amChad BattlesLBDoubtfulGluteusBattles has been sidelined with muscle spasms in his glutes. The projected reserve at MLB did not play in the first two games of the season and Coach Robinson says he is out for a "period of time".
09/072:44pmRyan GillumLBQuestionableFootThe backup has missed the first two games of the season.
08/153:10pmDan SheeranWROutLegSheeran broke his leg last week in preseason drills. He was projected to be in the WR rotation but is now out indefinitely.
08/152:24pmJohn BarkerK/POutSuspendedBarker has been suspended indefinitely for "conduct detrimental to the team." He was projected to back up both kicking positions in '08.
08/152:21pmBrandon GilbeauxDEOutAcademicsGilbeaux started every game in '07. Syracuse suspended Gilbeaux in June for academic reasons and he has officially transferred to the University of Delaware.
08/152:16pmMike WilliamsWROutAcademicsTwo year starter is academically ineligible. The 2nd Team All-BE player and the team's leading receiver (60 catches for 837 yards and 10 TDs in '07) is no longer in school.
TCU
Next game: Stanford at TCU on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/128:57amJason PhillipsLBProbableUndisclosedPre-Season All MWC Defensive Player of the Year Jason Phillips was held out of last week's ball game with an unidentified injury. Before missing that game, Phillips had started 39 straight games. Coach Patterson after the game said expect to see Phillips back next week, “He could have played tonight if we wanted him to.”
09/128:54amSir Demarco BledsoeSQuestionableSuspensionBledsoe has missed two games due to a violation of school policy and no word on when he might return.
09/128:50amJason TeagueCBOutKneeTeague is making progress recovering from a knee injury and was running the hill behind the practice field last week but has not played yet this year. He is expected to be out another couple of weeks.
09/0210:03amAaron BrownRBQuestionableSuspensionAaron Brown didn’t make the trip to New Mexico after violating a university policy. Ryan Christian started the season opener and Coach Ryan Patterson didn't know when he would be available.
Temple
Next game: Temple at Buffalo on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/0811:18amEvan CooperCBDoubtfulUndisclosedCooper was taken out in a stretcher in the first half of the UConn game and there was no word on his status.
09/065:13pmLeyon AzubuikeDEQuestionableKneeAzubuike has missed the first two games of the season.
09/052:55pmAnthony FerlaCBOutUndisclosedThe junior started all 12 games last year but did not play against Army last week due to an undisclosed injury. Ferla will be redshirted for the 2008 season. Senior Evan Cooper started the season opener and recorded one tackle.
08/194:14pmDaryl RobinsonRB/WROutPersonal ReasonsThe backup RB, WR, and KR has left the team for personal reasons. Robinson was the team's second leading rusher last season and was fourth in total yards.
Tennessee
Next game: UAB at Tennessee on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/118:19amBrent VinsonDBProbableAcademicsThe starting CB will play against UAB on Saturday after serving a one-game suspension. Fulmer said after Wednesday's practice that he does not know how much the Vinson will play on Saturday against the Blazers. The coach says with Vinson back on the field, he might use starting cornerback Dennis Rogan some at safety to rest Demetrice Morley and Eric Berry during the game.
09/108:41amDonald LangleyDTOutAcademicsThe backup DT missed the season opener but is expected to play this weekend.
09/0811:33amJonathan CromptonQBProbableAnkleThe senior quarterback participated in drills Sunday night after missing practice Tuesday and Wednesday last week with a minor ankle injury.
09/0811:21amDaryl VereenSDoubtfulKneeVereen is not expected to play in the week 3 contest vs. UAB.
09/019:21amDavid HolbertRBOutKneeThe fullback will miss the 2008 season after tearing his ACL. Austin Johnson is expected to replace him.
08/198:26pmJeff CottamTEOutLegCottam is still recovering from a broken leg he suffered on the third day of spring practice and to make matters worse he will have surgery on his back Wednesday. The projected starter is expected to miss six to eight weeks. Brandon Warren and Luke Stocker will compete for the starting role in an offense that utilizes the TE a lot.
08/173:53pmChase NelsonDTOutKneeNelson sustained a traumatic patella tendon rupture last week at practice. Nelson was expected to be in the DT rotation. Coach Fulmer said redshirt freshman Donald Langley and sophomore Victor Thomas will now have more opportunities to play.
08/173:47pmBritton ColquittPOutSuspendedColquitt will serve a suspension for an offseason arrest and miss the first 5 games of the 2008 season. Colquitt is one of the SEC's best punters and was 1st Team All-SEC in '06. Chad Cunningham will replace him in the lineup and it is said that he has great hangtime.
Texas
Next game: Arkansas at Texas on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/125:06amIan HarrisTEQuestionableNeckHarris is a backup TE for the Longhorns. The redshirt freshman would only play a more significant role if starter Blaine Irby would go down.
09/083:22pmLamarr HoustonDTProbableSuspensionHouston was picked up for driving while intoxicated after the Longhorns opening win over Florida Atlantic and was suspended for the UTEP game. He started at DE in '07 recording 66 tackles and had 2 tackles for loss in the opener vs. FAU. Coach Brown said he would be reinstated to play for the 9/20 game vs Rice.
09/0710:59amCharlie TannerLGQuestionableLegTanner limped off the field with assistance in the second quarter of UT's opening win over FAU and did not play Week 2 vs UTEP. Tanner started 11 games in '07 for the Longhorns.
09/0710:58amKeenan RobinsonWLBQuestionableHamstringRobinson did not play in the Week 2 win over UTEP. He is the backup WLB.
08/3112:44pmJosh MarshallTEDoubtfulShoulderMarshall is out for an undetermined amount of time with a shoulder injury. The sophomore is expected to play a backup role for the Longhorns this year. He did not play the first two weeks.
08/265:37amIshie OduegwuSOutShoulderOduegwu underwent a second shoulder surgery Tuesday and will be sidelined indefinitely. Oduegwu tallied 28 tackles last year and started 3 games. "It's a real concern," coach Mack Brown said of the inexperience. "We have some growing pains. We need help back there." UT's top 5 safeties are redshirt freshmen.
Texas A&M
Next game: Miami (FL) at Texas A&M on 09/20
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/085:41amMike GoodsonRBProbableKneeGoodson sprained his knew in the Aggies 9/6 win over New Mexico. He did return later but only had 6 total carries in the game. Goodson rushed for 790 yards in '07 and is the Aggies top playmaker on offense.
09/072:54pmStephen McGeeQBQuestionableShoulderSenior QB Stephen McGee sprained his shoulder during the first series of the Aggies win 9/6 over New Mexico. Jerrod Johnson stepped in and threw 3 TD passes for the Aggies.
09/019:48pmRoger HollandWROutHeadSophomore Texas A&M WR Roger Holland will redshirt during the upcoming season as he recovers from a concussion sustained during the Aggies' spring drills. The reserve WR had 4 catches for 52 yards as a freshman.
Texas Tech
Next game: SMU at Texas Tech on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/118:06pmL.A. ReedCBProbableAnkleReed was expected to start at corner after moving to safety from receiver at the end of last season. He sat the first two weeks but is upgraded to probable. AaRon Moore and Brent Nickerson have been filling in for Reed.
09/0710:27amBlake CollierLBQuestionableUndisclosedBackup LB Blake Collier suffered an undisclosed injury in the first half of TT's win over Nevada on 9/6 and did not return.
09/0710:25amLouis VasquezGQuestionableAnkleVasquez did not play in TT's Week 2 win over Nevada. He left the Red Raiders opener vs Eastern Washington with an ankle injury but did return after getting it re-taped. Vasquez was First Team All Big 12 in '07.
Toledo
Next game: Toledo at East. Michigan on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/0912:41pmJohn AllenTEProbableUndisclosedAllen left the last game with an undisclosed injury but is expected to play this weekend.
09/0912:21pmNick MooreWRProbableHamstringMoore was hampered by an injury appearing in the Arizona game for a few plays on offense but wasn't thrown to. Coach Amstutz said he expects Moore to have more plays Saturday against Eastern Michigan.
09/071:20pmJared DewaltOGQuestionableUndisclosedDewalt missed the season opener against Arizona. No explanation has been given thus far. Sophomore Chris Meenan started in his place.
Troy
Next game: FCS (1-AA) Opponent at Troy on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/0812:33pmXavier MorelandRBDoubtfulBroken CollarboneThe RB was practicing with the first unit in the preseason until he broke his collarbone. Moreland is hoping to return to practice after the 9/13 game vs Alcorn St. DuJuan Harris is starting in his place.
09/0512:30pmChris AndersonRBOutAcademicsFreshman RB Chris Anderson had moved to # 2 on the depth chart but has sat out practice since 8/11 waiting to hear from the NCAA regarding his transcript. “He’s a guy we need,” coach Blakeney said .
09/0512:23pmRashad RoussellDTProbableShoulderBlakeney said junior defensive tackle Rashad Roussell injured his shoulder in practice on 9/2 but the hope is that he won’t miss any game time. Roussell had 1 tackle in the opening win over MTSU.
09/0512:07pmGerald TateWRQuestionableHamstringTate missed the opener nursing a hamstring injury. The senior had 24 receptions in '07.
Tulane
Next game: East Carolina at Tulane on 09/13
Date Time Player Name Pos Status Injury Notes
09/103:24pmTyler RiceLGOutHamstring