The moment mammoth freshman offensive lineman Terrael Williams stepped on Jackson State's campus, there were plenty of guesses regarding his weight.
The Jackson State media guide lists him at 6-foot-8 and 350 pounds. Coach Rick Comegy says it's closer to 390. Williams says it's probably somewhere in between.
Whatever it is, Williams has shown a good enough combination of strength and agility to be listed as a starter for JSU's opener at 6 p.m. on Saturday against visiting Delta State.
"It's certainly a thrill, but I'm not trying to be a big shot," Williams said. "I'm just glad the coaches feel I can help the team by being on the field."
The offensive line has been in a state of flux all month, but the first team has become clearer over the past few days. The most recent depth chart had Michael Smith listed at left tackle, Eric Jones at left guard, Lorenzo Breland at center, Mikael Harshaw at right guard and Williams at right tackle.
"I'm sure there will be some growing pains with Terrael, but he's been too good to leave off the field," JSU coach Rick Comegy said.
WILL HULL BE ELIGIBLE?
Eligibility concerns continue to surround senior running back Cody Hull, who has also occasionally worked out at receiver during fall practice.
JSU running backs coach Greg Ruffin said he hoped to hear from the NCAA today about a ruling for Saturday's game.
"That's a guy we'd really like to have," Comegy said. "He's running the ball maybe the best out of anybody on this team."
INJURY REPORT
Fullback Edward Lee (ankle) practiced on Thursday, but coaches said he'd be used sparingly on Saturday.
- David Brandt
The Jackson State media guide lists him at 6-foot-8 and 350 pounds. Coach Rick Comegy says it's closer to 390. Williams says it's probably somewhere in between.
Whatever it is, Williams has shown a good enough combination of strength and agility to be listed as a starter for JSU's opener at 6 p.m. on Saturday against visiting Delta State.
"It's certainly a thrill, but I'm not trying to be a big shot," Williams said. "I'm just glad the coaches feel I can help the team by being on the field."
The offensive line has been in a state of flux all month, but the first team has become clearer over the past few days. The most recent depth chart had Michael Smith listed at left tackle, Eric Jones at left guard, Lorenzo Breland at center, Mikael Harshaw at right guard and Williams at right tackle.
"I'm sure there will be some growing pains with Terrael, but he's been too good to leave off the field," JSU coach Rick Comegy said.
WILL HULL BE ELIGIBLE?
Eligibility concerns continue to surround senior running back Cody Hull, who has also occasionally worked out at receiver during fall practice.
JSU running backs coach Greg Ruffin said he hoped to hear from the NCAA today about a ruling for Saturday's game.
"That's a guy we'd really like to have," Comegy said. "He's running the ball maybe the best out of anybody on this team."
INJURY REPORT
Fullback Edward Lee (ankle) practiced on Thursday, but coaches said he'd be used sparingly on Saturday.
- David Brandt
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