It's a miracle: Ford makes trip to UCF

SEPTEMBER 05, 2008

On Thursday, USF coach Jim Leavitt said it'd be a "minor miracle" for running back Mike Ford, nursing a sprained ankle, to make the trip to Orlando for Saturday's game at Central Florida.

Shocker: Ford traveled with the team to Orlando on Friday. Of course, that doesn't mean he'll start, or play, or even dress, but he was on the bus. Ford, who had the first touchdown in last year's 64-12 win against UCF, has been limited in practice all week, so it'll be a gametime decision.

Running backs coach Carl Franks said Tuesday that running back is a position where the Bulls have enough depth they can be missing a player and still play well. Ben Williams, Jamar Taylor and Mo Plancher all rushed for more than 40 yards in last week's opener, and sophomore Richard Kelly is another option.

Posted by Greg Auman at 5:14:04 pm on September 05, 2008 | Permalink | Comments |

Join the discussion: Click to view comments, add yours

Most Recent Blog Posts

Immokalee WRs are USF's first '13 commitments February 12

Versatile Ervilus brings athleticism to USF football February 12

Bulls to host top local recruits for USF Junior Day February 12

USF women bounce back, beat Villanova February 12

Holtz to host charity golf tournament Monday February 12

Late run pushes Bulls to key win at Providence February 11

Former Bulls QB Voss fighting to make recovery February 11

USF softball opens season with 8-1 win vs. Maine February 10

Jesuit QB Tommy Eveld to join Bulls as walk-on February 09

USF football puts 18 on Big East All-Academic team February 09

About the blog

South Florida Bulls fans, you've come to the right place: the USF Sports Bulletin blog. Tampa Bay Times sportswriter Greg Auman, who covers USF, will post news and thoughts on the Bulletin, and we invite your participation in the comments area.
Follow the Times' coverage of USF athletics on Twitter.

E-mail Greg Auman:auman@tampabay.com.

Comment Policy

Please be sure your comments are appropriate before submitting them. Inappropriate comments include content that:

Is libelous

Is abusive, harassing, or threatening

Is obscene, vulgar, or profane

Is racially, ethnically or religiously offensive

Is illegal or encourages criminal acts

Is known to be inaccurate or contains a false attribution

Infringes copyrights, trademarks, publicity or any other rights of others

Impersonates anyone (actual or fictitious)

Solicits funds, goods or services, or advertises

The Tampa Bay Times does not edit posts but reserves the right to delete comments that violate our policy.

Registration FAQ

Read our Frequently Asked Questions on how to register to comment on the site.