Wednesday, March 09, 2005

Tiger Football Notes

The Tigers practiced in shorts and helmets today due to numerous injuries and the flu. James Swinton and Lee Guess missed practice due to the flu. Brandon Cox also reported not feeling well, but still practiced. Some of the young guys are getting playing time at linebacker due to injuries with Travis Williams, Antarrious Williams and Kevin Sears. Antarrious is still hobbled with his December wrist injury, but has been practicing lightly with a cast. Travis Williams has a high ankle sprain and Kevin Sears broke his thumb in Saturday's scrimmage. Kevis Burnam had a good day at middle linebacker and Karibi played weakside.

On the offensive line, Leon Hart was moved to guard after a miserable day snapping the ball on Saturday. He will practice the rest of the Spring behind Ben Grubbs and get some work behind Marcus McNeil at tackle.

Other news, Jarrod Britt missed his fourth practice due to a shoulder injury and Tony Bell and Anthony Mix haven't practiced this Spring due to academic issues.