Some personnel notes

Football Insider Board
#1

Bret Bielema was asked about a few players during his SEC teleconference appearance this morning. Some notables:

  • Jarrod Barnes has not traveled, but will dress and is expected to play vs. Coastal Carolina.

  • Jamario Bell has been cleared to play and probably will see the field some on special teams this week.

  • Alexy Jean-Baptiste has been cleared within the past couple of weeks and could play some vs. Coastal Carolina.

  • Josh Harris traveled to Ole Miss but did not play. He is a backup on three of the special teams units and is possible to play Saturday.

#2

Ah yes I’m feeling a sense of vindication on Jarrod Barnes. Play makers needed. Might we see him him in the Wildcat soon?

#3

Our team, with little experienced depth has been killed this season with key injuries. I like what we should be returning next year…it will be sad if the existing staff doesn’t return.

#4

I am so excited to see the 3 LB’s come back to give our guys a break. Fatigue is setting in with too many snaps lately. Greenlaw, Harris, Eugene and Ramsey are playing way too many snaps to be strong in the 4th. This is a perfect game to play these LB’s a lot to knock the rust off.

#5

Matt, what is the scoop on LaFrance? Is he any closer to playing. He usually tweets after a game saying he is praying for a shot at playing.

#6

While we’re talking about linebackers, what is the status of Dee Walker. I “think” he’s playing some, but i don’t remember hearing his name called (i.e., making plays/tackles). Is he injured? Buried on the depth chart?

Seems like I remember he was playing some with the first team in pre-season drills - but I’ve kind of lost track of him.

#7

I heard it is function of learning his keys. Something like he is our fastest LB but he gets to the wrong place faster than anybody else…a young pup that needs a bowl game and spring

#8