Friday, September 7, 2012

Showtime for Rattlers, FAMU seniors eye OU game

Norman, Oklahoma - Oklahoma can strike quickly and often out of its no-huddle offense and the FAMU defensive unit has focused on the Sooners all week in preparation for Saturday’s game.

From what they have seen the Rattlers must know the challenge presented by Oklahoma quarterback Landry Jones and his receivers. Some of them, especially the seniors on defense, know they’ll also be under the radar based on the reported interest that NFL scouts have been showing.

They heard a lot about how they are not expected to win against the fifth-ranked FBS team in the county. But even if the odds play out, the potential NFL prospects said they plan to make the stage at Owen Field their showcase.

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Florida A&M suspends four players for Oklahoma game

NORMAN - Florida A&M won’t have a full roster when the Rattlers face Oklahoma on Saturday night.

FAMU coach Joe Taylor announced the suspensions of four players on Tuesday. Included is the team’s top defensive back and wide receiver in 2011.

Cornerback Devontae Johnson, who had a team-high five interceptions last year, and wide receiver Lenworth Lennon (team-best 45 catches last fall) won’t be available after being suspended for an undisclosed violation of team rules.

Wide receiver Dewayne Harvey and backup offensive lineman Daniel Lennon also will miss the game, which kicks off at 6 p.m. Saturday.

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