The numbers game plays out every year within the Jackson State football program. And few like the consequences. Coach Rick Comegy said he revoked the scholarships of six players who will not return to the program this fall. Eight other players saw their scholarship money reduced or taken away, but Comegy expects them to return for the 2008 season."I think that's the toughest time of year for any coach, when you have to make some decisions about the direction you're going to go with your athletes," Comegy said. "If any coach takes pleasure in it, I truly would be shocked."
The NCAA allows for 63 football scholarships to be spread amongst 85 players at the Division I-AA level. Jackson State listed 68 players on the spring roster and signed 26 in February. Also, a handful of players have transferred in since the winter signing period, including former Tennessee defensive backs Ricardo Kemp and Antonio Wardlow.
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