Three UGA players undergo surgery (updated)
Athens – For starters, a quick medical report:
Three Georgia football players have undergone surgery in the past week.
Offensive lineman Justin Anderson and fullback Fred Munzenmaier both underwent shoulder surgeries. They will be limited in spring practice but full speed by pre-season camp in August, UGA said.
Defensive end Jeremy Longo had knee surgery. He will miss all of spring practice but is expected to be fine by August, UGA said.
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I’m working today on a story about how Georgia’s defensive players are dealing with their uncertain “new world” — the new 3-4 scheme, the new coaches, etc. (UPDATE: The full story is posted here.)
The players haven’t yet met the newly hired coaches -– defensive coordinator Todd Grantham and defensive-backs coach Scott Lakatos -– but are looking forward to doing so at a defensive-team meeting on Friday.
“I think it’s a little bit of both . . . excitement and nerves,” Abry Jones said. “Players are excited that we finally got a new coach and a new scheme. We’re also a little nervous because we’ve never run it before.”
Jones said players have been talking among themselves “about where we could play and stuff like that” in the new scheme. “We’re just waiting to see.” Jones, who said his weight is up to 299, was a defensive tackle in the old 4-3 defense, but if given his choice in the 3-4 he said he’d prefer to play defensive end rather than nose tackle. “I played [D-end] in high school. It wouldn’t be much of a jump,” he said.
Meanwhile, safety Bacarri Rambo is fired up about the 3-4, hoping it will result in more pressure on the opposing quarterback and thus more chances for interceptions by the defensive backs. Rambo loved Grantham’s description of his defense to the media last week as an aggressive, attacking style.
“If he said ‘aggressive,’ I’m ready to see how this season will turn out because I think that’s what we’ve been missing. Aggressive,” Rambo said. “Just go out there and make plays.”
Rambo’s new position coach, Lakatos, was the secondary coach at Connecticut this past season. Rambo said he happened to watch UConn’s victory over South Carolina in the PapaJohn’s.com Bowl and was impressed with how the Huskies’ secondary played.
The full story will have comments from additional players as well.
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BOOGIES THE MAN FROM HARTWELL GA
January 20th, 2010
8:01 pm
louie………………………. YOU NERDS HAVE PLENTY OF CRAP UNDER YOUR BUNK-BEDS. MY QUESTION TO YOU IS TELL THE UGA NATION WHO YOUR DADDY IS. LET ME HELP YOU……..
((((((((((((((((((( 30-24 ))))))))))))))
SHALL WE TAKE A HISTORY LESSON TONIGHT?
LET ME KNOW, OK…………… SON.
Josh
January 20th, 2010
8:06 pm
I think Iknowgeorgiafootball meant Nickell Robey from I think Frostproof, Fl. It was Frost something….not sure thought.
Big Sack Dawg
January 20th, 2010
8:08 pm
I think Louie is a Six Flag cotton candy vender wishing he was big enough to ride the Scream Machine.
The Shetland ponies just excite him/her anymore.
And what in his world would make him laugh his === off?
Louie
January 20th, 2010
8:11 pm
CPJ and CAG will re-write the history books, hide and watch .
How many of these fantasy players you mutts talk about will STILL be eligible when Sept. rolls around.
Count on it.
Josh
January 20th, 2010
8:14 pm
Big Sack Dawg, grow up please. I’m 16 years old but I atleast have the ability to discuss the topics at hand. Now I know you have reasonable opinions to express regarding the status of our defense or the players that have just undergone surgery.
Josh
January 20th, 2010
8:16 pm
And Louie is not exactly displaying maturity either.
Russ' Hairy Sack
January 20th, 2010
8:18 pm
No kidding, 1970 Dawg! The Techies silence is golden…except for the delusional ones that won’t shut up. I mean, I am both a UGA and UF grad. Love the Dawgs. Can’t stand the Gators. But even I know when my team is somebody’s bitch. I continue to hope that trend will change, however. Especially with all of the bad news coming out of Gainesville (a town which sucks compared to Athens, btw). And I AM excited about the implementation of a new D in Athens. Honestly, anything has to be better than the D we have had. So get PUMPED UP, DAWGS!
Alabama Jack
January 20th, 2010
8:22 pm
I wish all three of the dawgs who have undergone surgery well. Hope they fully recover and can play to their potential.
That said, dawg fans still suck.
REAL FORBES MAGAZINE
January 20th, 2010
8:23 pm
And the award for being the nation’s nastiest city, that belongs to Athens, GA( you know where UGA is located).
longDawg
January 20th, 2010
8:25 pm
fladawgs that rivals depth is way off it does not even have AJ GREEN on it
CvilleDawg
January 20th, 2010
8:28 pm
athens isnt a city idiot.
NEWNANDAWG
January 20th, 2010
8:29 pm
Ogletree is a violent hitter with a nose for the ball, but i do see him perhaps adding 25 lbs and getting ion the box
Russ' Hairy Sack
January 20th, 2010
8:31 pm
REAL FORBES, you obviously have never been to Athens.
Alabama Jack, while Dawgs fans can sometimes be obnoxious pricks they will never come close to Bamer’s fanbase. You know…like you.
Josh
January 20th, 2010
8:33 pm
From what I’ve seen of Ogletree NewnanDawg, it does appear he has the body to put on 15-20 more lbs and possibly end up at OLB. Thanks for a relevant comment by the way.
Josh
January 20th, 2010
8:37 pm
Russ’, I think AlabamaJack is a Tech fan. But that is not an accurate portrayal of Georgia fans. Most of our fan base I can not stand because it is made up of people who buy Georgia t-shirts and hats and call themselves “Dawg fans”. Many of whom are unaware of the traditions and history that make UGA a great place to attend.
Russ' Hairy Sack
January 20th, 2010
8:39 pm
Hey Josh and/or NEWNANDAWG, I heard reports that Ogletree might not be solidly committed to UGA. Any truth to that?
BOOGIES THE MAN FROM HARTWELL GA
January 20th, 2010
8:40 pm
WHY IN THE WORLD DO tekkies KEEP COMING OVER TO OUR SITE AND BOW OUT THEIR LITTLE CHESTS WITH NOTHING TO BACK UP THEIR LITTLE LEAGUE VIEWS.
JUST GO AWAY………….GO………….
CvilleDawg
January 20th, 2010
8:42 pm
I highly doubt that Russ’ Hairy Sack, him and his brother alexander are dawgs all the way.
Nick
January 20th, 2010
8:43 pm
By the way, Boogies, the NFL player choking his g/f was our own Flip. But once he leaves Athens, he’s out of our jurisdiction.
Just sayin…
RomeDawg
January 20th, 2010
8:43 pm
Iknowgeorgiafootball,
Damn, Boy! You do know your Georgia football. I enjoyed reading your blog more than the article. Go Dawgs!
Josh
January 20th, 2010
8:46 pm
Honestly, the Ogletree brothers are probably the most solid commits we have. I’m not certain who that source was but that idea seems to have been fabricated by themselves.
Russ' Hairy Sack
January 20th, 2010
8:47 pm
Granted my sources aren’t very reliable but I was just wondering if either of you had heard the same.
Russ' Hairy Sack
January 20th, 2010
8:49 pm
Good to know. Thanks!
Josh
January 20th, 2010
8:50 pm
Actual conversation about relevant topics is refreshing.
Russ' Hairy Sack
January 20th, 2010
8:51 pm
“Just sayin’” seems to be a Techie tagline on these blogs, Nick. Careful how you use it. Just sayin’.
CvilleDawg
January 20th, 2010
8:51 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YSNYHlA41o watch this guys hits and instincts!
BOOGIES THE MAN FROM HARTWELL GA
January 20th, 2010
8:52 pm
NICK……… DON’T KNOW WHAT FISH-WRAP YOU READ, PULL UP TODAY’S AJC SPORT PAGE…………….. EX FLA. PLAYER CHOKES G/F………….
GO READ IT.
Louie
January 20th, 2010
8:54 pm
Good night mutts.
Russ' Hairy Sack
January 20th, 2010
8:55 pm
Anyone headed to Jax’ville next year? I was there for the “celebration” (one of the greatest days of my life) as well as the “retribution” the next year. Saved my money last year but feeling good about next year.
Russ' Hairy Sack
January 20th, 2010
8:57 pm
Louie…. good night, douchebag.
Josh
January 20th, 2010
9:01 pm
Being that I’m 16 and am not currently employed I might have to coax my parents into a trip to the game. But, I am definitely excited about next year not only because we can expect better results but a style of play that makes you want to watch.
Louie
January 20th, 2010
9:05 pm
&
Big Sack Dawg
January 20th, 2010
9:11 pm
Josh,go eat a popsicle, tinkle and go to bed. You make no sense. Like LOUIE>>>>>>>>>>>
Josh
January 20th, 2010
9:12 pm
Louie, thank you for that informing contribution to the blog. I’m sure all bloggers found your post fruitful with information.
Josh
January 20th, 2010
9:14 pm
I do like popsicles. Although, I’m not sure how that pertains to this blog.
Russ' Hairy Sack
January 20th, 2010
9:16 pm
Geez, Big Sack…what’s with all the hostility towards a fellow dawgs?
Big Sack Dawg
January 20th, 2010
9:17 pm
Sit and spin.
Big Sack Dawg
January 20th, 2010
9:19 pm
Why do you both jump on louie ?
Josh
January 20th, 2010
9:20 pm
Russ’, I wish I could have been at the ‘07 UGA-UF game. The game I most envy the people who attended was the Auburn Blackout. The stadium was probably as electric as it has been in 25+ years.
Big Sack Dawg
January 20th, 2010
9:21 pm
Seriously, I have heard he is really YELLOW FUZZ/ST. SIMONS/$1.4 MILLION.
GT=Best Buy / Geek Squad Employee
January 20th, 2010
9:23 pm
Louie: You really disappointed me tonight. Not very much vinegar in your words. You must be tired after a long day putting in all of those home theaters for Best Buy’s clients? Poor little popsicle lips, I’ll go easy on you tonight.
Josh
January 20th, 2010
9:25 pm
Why is everyone hating on popsicles?
Russ' Hairy Sack
January 20th, 2010
9:26 pm
No, I am with you. Louie is a douchebag and I posted as much. Josh was talking serious UGA recruiting though. Even if he is 16…let the lil’ Dawg have his popsicle and leave him alone.
Josh
January 20th, 2010
9:28 pm
I assure you I’m the most knowledgeable 16 yr old Georgia fan. Thanks Russ’.
Russ' Hairy Sack
January 20th, 2010
9:32 pm
See?
Go DOGS
January 20th, 2010
9:33 pm
Well, Josh you are about to get an education in trash talk between GT and UGA….Clean(?) Old Fashioned Hate.
Josh
January 20th, 2010
9:34 pm
Do you think Dobbs has the speed and agility to make the move to outside linebacker in the 3-4 as was mentioned in the article?
Russ' Hairy Sack
January 20th, 2010
9:34 pm
That sh!t is fun, too.
Russ' Hairy Sack
January 20th, 2010
9:35 pm
But…where’d all the Yechies go?
Josh
January 20th, 2010
9:37 pm
Also, Tech fans do not enjoy being around me when the rivalry topic reveals itself in conversation. A lot of times they don’t have any clever remarks after the facts are stated; not sure why.