Clemson defense shines in second full-scale scrimmage
Clemson's defense dominated the second full-scale scrimmage of preseason camp as Toure Francis returned from injury with a 92 yard fumble return for a TD plus an interception and a pass deflection. Mo Fountain added six tackles four for losses while John Leake led with 10 tackles. Bowden praised the effort but warned offense to tighten up with risks near the goal line as the opener vs Georgia looms.
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CLEMSONNOTE: GAME NOTES AND QUARTERBACK SHUFFLE
Chad Jasmin led rushers with 53 yards on 10 carries while Charlie Whitehurst went 8 of 16 for 93 yards including a 25 yard touchdown to Derrick Hamilton. Kicker Aaron Hunt made four field goals from 28 30 34 and 38 yards. Willie Simmons returns to college play at The Citadel after enrolling at South Carolina’s military college.
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Oklahoma Sooner Years Open Top of AP Poll in Preseason
Oklahoma leads the AP preseason Top 25 with 32 first place votes and 1,573 points, edging defending champion Ohio State which had 27 first place votes and 1,532 points. The Sooners return nine starters on a strong defense led by Tommie Harris as they chase another championship.
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Vick sidelined six weeks with fractured fibula
Falcons quarterback Michael Vick will miss about six weeks after fracturing his fibula in a stumble during a late first quarter play. Vick conveyed disappointment but expressed confidence in his team as he left the Georgia Dome for medical care.
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College football buzz coats 2004 Heisman chase and conference notes
Strong players return as Eli Manning and Philip Rivers headline QB and Heisman talk. Maurice Clarett’s status roils headlines while Michigan, Wisconsin, Penn State schedule ease shapes the Big Ten path. Conference previews highlight Nebraska at Oklahoma State and Virginia, LSU in SEC West and ACC title push.
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Coaches on the hot seat amid tough seasons at major programs
Frank Solich faces removal of play calling duties as Nebraska tailed in 41 year low. Ron Zook's Florida struggles and tough early tests risk his job. Pay Pasqualoni at Syracuse faces a difficult last Big East year after a losing season. John Mackovic narrowly escaped dismissal amid renewed calls after another potential eight loss season.
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Jaguars Receiver Smith Suspended Four Games
Jacksonville Jaguars receiver Jimmy Smith was suspended four games by the NFL for violating the league substance abuse policy. The 11 year veteran spoke to teammates about the suspension during a meeting and apologized to team owner Wayne Weaver and fans. His ban starts with the season opener at Carolina and runs through September 28, with Smith beginning treatment and skipping two pre season games.
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