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AuburnandGamecockGirl
09-27-2005, 07:25 PM
Spurrier doubtful Mitchell will play against Auburn

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) -- South Carolina quarterback Blake Mitchell probably wont play Saturday against Auburn, Gamecock coach Steve Spurrier said.

Instead, Spurrier is changing his offense for freshman Antonio Heffner, who is more comfortable running the ball than staying in the pocket.

"It will be a completely different game plan," Spurrier said Monday. "Well have some new ball plays for these guys."

Mitchell suffered a high ankle sprain while being sacked late in the third quarter of South Carolinas 45-20 win over Troy.

Spurrier said Mitchell should just sit back and rest this weekend because Heffners running style will probably be better against Auburns faster defense.

"The way our pass protection is right now, I dont know if Blake could last anyway," Spurrier said.

JerryBeeds
09-27-2005, 07:48 PM
It's probably for the best if we want to get Blake back at all this year. I can picture Stanley McClover ending Blake's season for good with the way our line has played so far. Better to let Heffner play with his scrambling ability. At least he's got a chance of getting away from McClover and company...