KTJ
09-06-2004, 01:41 AM
Aggy may have to turn to McGee or Branyon. If that's the case, it will be a dismal season for Aggy.
Sept. 5, 2004, 11:46PM
A&M's wounds include McNeal's thumb
Four-week layoff possible as QB deals with injury
By NEIL HOHLFELD
Copyright 2004 Houston Chronicle
Texas A&M quarterback Reggie McNeal apparently suffered ligament damage to his left thumb during the Aggies' 41-21 loss at Utah in the season opener Thursday night, according to sources close to the team.
One A&M source said McNeal could be sidelined for as long as four weeks because he will be unable to take snaps. McNeal is righthanded. It was not clear if McNeal had undergone surgery to correct the injury or if he will need an operation.
Coach Dennis Franchione said the team had suffered bumps and bruises against Utah but nothing in the way of a season-ending injury. Since Franchione took over as A&M coach last season, the team policy has been not to disclose injuries unless they are of the season-ending variety.
Franchione was not available late Sunday night to answer specific questions about McNeal's health or if the junior quarterback would be available to play in the Aggies' home opener against Wyoming on Saturday.
After Thursday's game at Utah, McNeal's left hand was wrapped in an elastic bandage while he was speaking with reporters. He was asked what happened to his hand. McNeal said: "Nothing, just a little bruise. I'm all right."
If McNeal does miss significant time, the Aggies might go with true freshman Stephen McGee, one of the top recruits in the nation last year.
The Aggies also could turn to sophomore Ty Branyon, who played the final series Thursday night at Utah. He was 6-of-8 passing for 60 yards and led A&M on an 80-yard TD drive
Sept. 5, 2004, 11:46PM
A&M's wounds include McNeal's thumb
Four-week layoff possible as QB deals with injury
By NEIL HOHLFELD
Copyright 2004 Houston Chronicle
Texas A&M quarterback Reggie McNeal apparently suffered ligament damage to his left thumb during the Aggies' 41-21 loss at Utah in the season opener Thursday night, according to sources close to the team.
One A&M source said McNeal could be sidelined for as long as four weeks because he will be unable to take snaps. McNeal is righthanded. It was not clear if McNeal had undergone surgery to correct the injury or if he will need an operation.
Coach Dennis Franchione said the team had suffered bumps and bruises against Utah but nothing in the way of a season-ending injury. Since Franchione took over as A&M coach last season, the team policy has been not to disclose injuries unless they are of the season-ending variety.
Franchione was not available late Sunday night to answer specific questions about McNeal's health or if the junior quarterback would be available to play in the Aggies' home opener against Wyoming on Saturday.
After Thursday's game at Utah, McNeal's left hand was wrapped in an elastic bandage while he was speaking with reporters. He was asked what happened to his hand. McNeal said: "Nothing, just a little bruise. I'm all right."
If McNeal does miss significant time, the Aggies might go with true freshman Stephen McGee, one of the top recruits in the nation last year.
The Aggies also could turn to sophomore Ty Branyon, who played the final series Thursday night at Utah. He was 6-of-8 passing for 60 yards and led A&M on an 80-yard TD drive