DKW 86 7,481 Posted August 15, 2005 Share Posted August 15, 2005 Link Kentucky RB Dixon out for seasonESPN.com news servicesThe University of Kentucky's sophomore running back Tony Dixon will miss the upcoming season after he fractured his left fibula and tore a ligament in his left ankle during Friday's practice, the Lexington (Ky.) Herald-Leader reported. UK coach Rich Brooks said Dixon will have surgery this week and will be eligible for a medical redshirt this fall. Dixon, a native of Parrish, Ala., started six games last season, rushing for 244 yards and one touchdown. His best performance came in the season's second game against Indiana when he rushed for 105 yards on nine carries, including a 67-yard run that was UK's longest of the season. The Herald-Leader said the injury was especially unfortunate, as Dixon had worked hard to be eligible to play. He was one of four players suspended for the duration of spring practice because of academic issues, and was the only one to return to the team. Brooks said Dixon had a 3.5 grade-point average in summer school. "It's a shame because he's one of the breakaway guys that we have, and it's too bad because he did a great job getting himself back on track academically," Brooks said. Dixon attended Friday's scrimmage on crutches and said he's scheduled to undergo more X-rays on Monday. "My feelings are hurt more than my leg right now," he said in the Herald-Leader. "I worked so hard to get back. But there's nothing I can do but wait until next year." I am sorry to hear any kid getting hurt. Man, might go 0-11 this year, they are that thin and that poorly coached. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draven 0 Posted August 15, 2005 Share Posted August 15, 2005 Sep 4 Louisville Sep 10 Idaho State Sep 17 @Indiana Sep 24 Florida Oct 8 @South Carolina Oct 22 @Mississippi Oct 29 Mississippi St. Nov 5 Auburn Nov 12 @Vanderbilt Nov 19 @Georgia Nov 26 Tennessee 0-11 seems like a real easy possiblity Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DKW 86 7,481 Posted August 15, 2005 Author Share Posted August 15, 2005 Sep 10 Idaho State Sep 17 @Indiana They were only projected as a 2-9 team to begin the year. With Dixon out, those two "wins" might be a ball bounce away from being losses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiger in Spain 0 Posted August 15, 2005 Share Posted August 15, 2005 Idaho State may be their only chance at a W this season. The Hoosiers and will beat them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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