08/15 USF Football Afternoon Practice Report

[Brad]

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USF Football Afternoon Practice Report

TAMPA, Fla. -- After two hours in the afternoon sun, he University of South Florida football team wrapped up its second practice of the day at around 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday.

The second practice featured a good amount of 11-on-11 work.   

Head coach Jim Leavitt went with a new approach for his ailing offensive line. 

“We have had some guys banged up on the o-line and that has hurt our continuity,” said Leavitt.  “So what I did was have seven guys rotate in with the first and second team offense.  Nobody else played. They went every snap, but that is about all we have right now.”  The offensive line has been hit hard with injuries this preseason.  Among the walking wounded are Walter Walker (ankle), LT Marc Dile (knee), OG Ryan Schmidt and Matt Huners, who is out for the year with an ACL injury.  All four injured players started last season.

One other backup that has stepped up in camp is QB Grant Gregory.   

“I know that Matt will be fine,” said Leavitt.  “What I am more encouraged about is the way that Grant is coming along. That makes you feel better.  You know what you have Matt and now you have another good feeling because Grant is coming up.” 

The Bulls will return to the practice field on Thursday morning at 8:30 for a two hour practice session.

[JoeB]

Glad to hear that about Grant.  Might need him at some point this year during a crucial series or two.

[BullBlood]

I notice he didn't mention Tolley as one of the "walking wounded."  We need him healthy this year (obviously).