THE A.J GREEN THREAD - ALL INFO/DISCUSSION HERE

[Cwrooster]

Just read that they think AJ will be cleared. Hope hes rusty.

[M.C.]

Just read that they think AJ will be cleared. Hope hes rusty.
well to be honest will their freshman be able to get him the ball

[egnarts]

I think the operative words are " they think "

[CharlestonMan]

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[Gearhead]

well to be honest will their freshman be able to get him the ball


this...someone has to get him the ball...

[IHateOrange]

this...someone has to get him the ball...

I heard They are working on the PC bounce pass.

[meanspur]

I hope he plays because when we win it will make us look better in the eyes of other fans.

[Acockolypse Now]

Did no one watch the UGA_LALA game? Murray threw the ball well. He's a good QB and I hope we're able to pressure him. If he has time he'll find AJ.

[ConwayGamecock]

Yeah, the reports I have read are confusing thus far, and lead me to think that the "insiders" on this situation are as much on top of the story as all the "insiders" were with the Whitney situation here....

First they say that the deal was an insurance policy - like with Culliver - but it has been resolved, and he would be cleared in 48 hours. THEN they say it's a jersey sold for $1K, but that the money has been paid back, and that he would be cleared in 48 hours. Two entirely different things, with one having absolutely nothing to do with the other. Confusing......

[athenscock2]

He ran the ball effectively too. He is not your average freshman qb. I don't think he will hurt them as much as some of our fans are assuming.

[Soze]

I honestly think he's a mirror image of Kyle Parker. Although I talk crap about Parker every chance I get he is a solid QB. Murray has a better team around him though so he will be harder to beat.

[arkiebrian]

you don't want an * by your victory do you?

[BeatBamaTwice]

If true, I'm pleased. Last thing we needed was for them to have an excuse for getting their butts kicked.

[robgusc76]

TO be honest with you, the way we covered Southern Miss's big time receiver, he doesnt scare me one bit.

[IHateOrange]

He ran the ball effectively too. He is not your average freshman qb. I don't think he will hurt them as much as some of our fans are assuming.

Let him run. Auguste will lay the wood and they will have to tie up Russ or Uga 36 (or whatever dogs is on the sideline) to a sled and carry him off. Running QB's haven't faired well against the gamecocks.

[Soze]

you don't want an * by your victory do you?
So if UGA beats us, they will have an * next their victory too? Saunders is most definitely going to be out, and maybe one or two other players.

Get real.

[usc51]

you don't want an * by your victory do you?

If you guys don't have an * on the 08 game where we didn't have McKinley, then there won't be an * after we beat you guys this weekend, AJ or no AJ.

[arkiebrian]

c'mon Green is their "superstar" that's all...

I say you beat him with or without him

I wasn't impressed with Murray on Saturday...a bit hyper and too willing to run

[uscfreek88]

you don't want an * by your victory do you?
if we win the East, which i think the winner of this game will go on to play UF for the East....no one will remember Green was out, except for delusional UGA fans

[usc51]

http://www.onlineathens.com/stories/090710/foo_705571381.shtml

UGA AD still doesn't know.

[c-girl]

you don't want an * by your victory do you?

To be honest as long as it's next to a W - I really don't care! There will always be someone who doesn't play, gets hurt, or whatever...

[GapoGamecock51]

It would be our luck for the N.C.A.A. to clear A.J. Green and we be without Culliver or any of our other starters.


Gapo

[ConwayGamecock]

It would be our luck for the N.C.A.A. to clear A.J. Green and we be without Culliver or any of our other starters.


Gapo

Don't worry....we will have a few starters for the game.....

[GapoGamecock51]

Don't worry....we will have a few starters for the game.....

Of course I am talking about the starters who had to sit out the S. Miss. game.

I hope so, Culliver back on defense would ease my (slightly) worried mind when it comes to this Saturday. I would love for the defense to prove me wrong, either way, with or without Culliver, and I know they will, but Culliver certainly does help, don't you think?



Gapo

[ConwayGamecock]

Of course I am talking about the starters who had to sit out the S. Miss. game.

I hope so, Culliver back on defense would ease my (slightly) worried mind when it comes to this Saturday. I would love for the defense to prove me wrong, either way, with or without Culliver, and I know they will, but Culliver certainly does help, don't you think?



Gapo

I know...I was just funnin'....

I agree that Culliver would be a big addition....we're apparently also getting Allen and Swearinger back, so it sounds as if our secondary is getting healthier and deeper as we go along. Allen however, still sounds like he's not totally 100%, but will still be able to play. They are looking for him to play STs, though, so perhaps he will be fine. But we need Culliver in order to be able to play all our defensive coverages, and we need Allen to be able to spell D.Jeffery on some plays. Having a full two-deep for our secondary will be critical IMO, as this game will be a physically demanding one...

[yazoo]

you don't want an * by your victory do you?

The way it is now, playing without the Gamecocks starting tight end, left tackle, and cornerback, UGA is going to wear the * as well.

The good deal here is the NCAA is under a lot of UGA pressure to clear AJ. They already made a decision on UA's star defensive end, Darius. That means they have to make decisions on Saunders, King, and CC, right?

[carolinafan53186]

I know...I was just funnin'....

I agree that Culliver would be a big addition....we're apparently also getting Allen and Swearinger back, so it sounds as if our secondary is getting healthier and deeper as we go along. Allen however, still sounds like he's not totally 100%, but will still be able to play. They are looking for him to play STs, though, so perhaps he will be fine. But we need Culliver in order to be able to play all our defensive coverages, and we need Allen to be able to spell D.Jeffery on some plays. Having a full two-deep for our secondary will be critical IMO, as this game will be a physically demanding one...

If we had Shaq healthy we win this game by double digits easy. Missing his ability at WLB will make things more difficult. They are hoping Q.Smith is able to step up and make the plays

[ColletonCock]

If we had Shaq healthy we win this game by double digits easy. Missing his ability at WLB will make things more difficult. They are hoping Q.Smith is able to step up and make the plays

Yep!
:woo:

[Adawgj]

Did no one watch the UGA_LALA game? Murray threw the ball well. He's a good QB and I hope we're able to pressure him. If he has time he'll find AJ.


This. Some folks don't watch football. Also, I noticed on another thread where depth was the subject. Our backup true freshman threw a long TD pass on his first CFB snap. Just sayn.

[Easton]

TO be honest with you, the way we covered Southern Miss's big time receiver, he doesnt scare me one bit.

That is apples and oranges when comparing that sorry excuse for a big time WR to AJ. AJ has work ethic and tries on every play unlike the kid from Southern Miss.

[TrueGarnet]

This. Some folks don't watch football. Also, I noticed on another thread where depth was the subject. Our backup true freshman threw a long TD pass on his first CFB snap. Just sayn.

I cant help but to agree with you that yes, he did look good. . . .at home. . .against a weak non-conference opponent. Now he may come out Saturday and light it up. However, anyone who again watches football, knows that this will be a TOTALLY different environment.

I do have a question. No smack at all intended here, but is it true that he puked out of nerves at your Spring Game?

[JAYBEZ]

9 in the box, everyone else cover Green. Thats how we win.

Very similar to the blueprint for beating the panthers. Load up the box to stop the two headed runningback monster. Roll pass coverage over to the star wideout.

[ACPhilson]

I want him cleared. I want UgaY's best effort, and nothing less. Nothing. This team of ours can beat UGA's best team, so I say bring it. I dont want excuses from their fan base stating they didnt have AJ or anyone else... I want their best. And I want our best. And I will revel in the knowledge that we beat the best they had to put on the field.

[uscjd2004]

TO be honest with you, the way we covered Southern Miss's big time receiver, he doesnt scare me one bit.

DeAndre Brown isn't in the same universe with A.J. Green. Nowhere near the player.

[Adawgj]

I cant help but to agree with you that yes, he did look good. . . .at home. . .against a weak non-conference opponent. Now he may come out Saturday and light it up. However, anyone who again watches football, knows that this will be a TOTALLY different environment.

I do have a question. No smack at all intended here, but is it true that he puked out of nerves at your Spring Game?


I haven't heard that one and have only seen highlights from the spring game. In the highlights, he didn't play. However, my grandma could throw to AJ. The guy who filled in for him last week is no pushover. He has the same frame and decent play making abilities, but just a different color skin. All I can hope for is no turnovers and this should be a good game.

[TrueGarnet]

I haven't heard that one and have only seen highlights from the spring game. In the highlights, he didn't play. However, my grandma could throw to AJ. The guy who filled in for him last week is no pushover. He has the same frame and decent play making abilities, but just a different color skin. All I can hope for is no turnovers and this should be a good game.


Oh AJ is the best there is. I wouldnt deny that for a second. I dont feel like he hurt us at all last year however, along with one of the best corners in the country will be lining up opposite of him so whether he plays or not doesnt concern me abit. Personally, I like seeing the best on best so I hope he DOES play.

The puking incident was actually mentioned a few times by Dawg fans I work with.

[ACPhilson]

DeAndre Brown isn't in the same universe with A.J. Green. Nowhere near the player.


Eh.....both were highly touted coming out of HS. AJ had a great Freshman year, but who wouldnt with Matt Stafford tossing at him?



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A.J. Green (http://rivals.yahoo.com/footballrecruiting/football/recruiting/player-A.J.-Green-40547;_ylt=AsoIVYJ_qHNnNMt.AVLSZHtGPZB4)
WR



5 stars
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Georgia (http://rivals.yahoo.com/footballrecruiting/football/recruiting/commitments/2008/georgia-68;_ylt=Ah8PAsfNRxK9BYuRKVd6gKJGPZB4)



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DeAndre Brown (http://rivals.yahoo.com/footballrecruiting/football/recruiting/player-DeAndre-Brown-50455;_ylt=AtMX53sxBOF0YgsMYz218rpGPZB4)
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5 stars
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Southern Miss (http://rivals.yahoo.com/footballrecruiting/football/recruiting/commitments/2008/southernmiss-105;_ylt=AnDpVOJbnWA_ebk37ffAJHtGPZB4)



If Brown had gone to a school with real talent at QB, things probably would have been a lot different. But both WR's are similiar coming out of HS, one just had a NFL QB tossing passes to him, the other did not.

[reddot8481]

I haven't heard that one and have only seen highlights from the spring game. In the highlights, he didn't play. However, my grandma could throw to AJ. The guy who filled in for him last week is no pushover. He has the same frame and decent play making abilities, but just a different color skin. All I can hope for is no turnovers and this should be a good game.

A converted QB who is playing his first year at WR has play making abilities???? Did you not see the ball going off his hands in the endzone last week....

[nodnahs]

S Gilmore>AJ Green, Nuff said!

[ACPhilson]

Georgia and their QB looked good last week. But they werent facing an SEC opponent, they were at home, and really had no pressure on them. Same goes with us. This game will show both teams where they're at. SEC, gotta love it.

[MBGCockOld]

I heard They are working on the PC bounce pass.
:lol:

[garnetchicken]

http://georgia.247sports.com/Board/19/Dawg-Treats-Wednesday-97-24117/1#a24117

[bloodreddawg3024]

AJ will play. There's more than AJ on UGA's offense that USCe has to be concerned with.

[Cocklover]

AJ will play. There's more than AJ on UGA's offense that USCe has to be concerned with.
Spurrier and South Carolina are not that stupid...they've known all along that AJ would play....they will be ready....and ready for whoever else you wanna throw in there....

[The Dude]

AJ will play. There's more than AJ on UGA's offense that USCe has to be concerned with.

We were pretty convinced that Chris Culliver would play this past week. See how that worked out? Don't be so sure when assuming what the NCAA will do, or when they will do it.

[everycoachesdream]

I heard that he might not play Sat. he sold a helmet and tshirt on ebay with his signature for $10000 and the NCAA might not let him play all year. this is very good news. the d will just have to stop the runners and we win the game by 21.

[ACPhilson]

I heard that he might not play Sat. he sold a helmet and tshirt on ebay with his signature for $10000 and the NCAA might not let him play all year. this is very good news. the d will just have to stop the runners and we win the game by 21.


Though I cant stand AJ for being a traitor to the state, this isnt good news at all. It shows his real character issues, which are flawed if you ask me, if and thats IF....he did this. If he did not, he should be exhonerated and allowed to play.

Also, its bad, because I want their best effort. I dont want to hear excuses that Green didnt play, etc..... I want the best they have to offer. Period. If these allegations are true, its sad.

[USAFGAMECOCK]

I heard that he might not play Sat. he sold a helmet and tshirt on ebay with his signature for $10000 and the NCAA might not let him play all year. this is very good news. the d will just have to stop the runners and we win the game by 21.


I heard it was for $3.2M

[everycoachesdream]

if it was for 3.2 million then he is really in big trouble. is that a rumor or is that posted somewhere?

[VIZERBOY2004]

I'd rather the crackers not use the ole' Aj green excuse for getting blown out. SOS has been praising Richt and uGay all week cause he knows they sukk. Cheaters never win and crackers come from GAy.

[USAFGAMECOCK]

if it was for 3.2 million then he is really in big trouble. is that a rumor or is that posted somewhere?

I'm just messing with you man! Everytime I hear about it the $$ amount goes up by about $1000 or so.

[taylorssc]

The details are off, but that's basically what is alleged to have occurred. As things stand now, I wouldn't expect him to be eligible to play against us.

[ATLCock26]

No way AJ Green's signature went for 10K even if it did happen.

[Adawgj]

Though I cant stand AJ for being a traitor to the state, this isnt good news at all. It shows his real character issues, which are flawed if you ask me, if and thats IF....he did this. If he did not, he should be exhonerated and allowed to play.

Also, its bad, because I want their best effort. I dont want to hear excuses that Green didnt play, etc..... I want the best they have to offer. Period. If these allegations are true, its sad.


Becuase he wanted to play for GA, a more successful program, he has charachter issues? I don't think so at all. This guy is one of the best people I have seen come through our program. His high school SC coaches will say the same thing. Selling a jersey to make a little cash really isn't that big a deal. He has been punished enough.

[SBMWV]

Georgia wide receiver A.J. Green (http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/player/profile?playerId=379205) is being held out of the No. 19 Bulldogs (http://espn.go.com/college-football/team/_/id/61/georgia-bulldogs)' games until the NCAA determines whether he broke its rules by selling a game-worn jersey, a person familiar with the investigation told ESPN.com.

Georgia officials are hoping the NCAA makes a ruling on Green's eligibility as soon as Wednesday.

Green, a junior from Summerville, S.C., did not play in the Bulldogs' 55-7 rout of Louisiana-Lafayette in their opener. His status for Saturday's SEC opener at No. 25 South Carolina (noon ET; ESPN2, ESPN3.com) also remains in question.

A person familiar with the NCAA investigation told ESPN.com that Green did not sell his jersey on e-Bay and received less than $1,000 for it. The source said Green has been forthcoming and honest with NCAA investigators, but added there were "some twists and turns" involved with the case.

Full article: http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=5546259&campaign=rss&source=ESPNUHeadlines

[Adawgj]

I'd rather the crackers not use the ole' Aj green excuse for getting blown out. SOS has been praising Richt and uGay all week cause he knows they sukk. Cheaters never win and crackers come from GAy.


Ban this guy.:shotgunc:

[FivePoints]

I'd rather the crackers not use the ole' Aj green excuse for getting blown out. SOS has been praising Richt and uGay all week cause he knows they sukk. Cheaters never win and crackers come from GAy.

PREACH IT BRUTHA!!!:clap:

[c-girl]

I heard it was for $3.2M

And tickets to Disney World!

[FlorenceCock]

Obvious troll is obvious.

[FivePoints]

Becuase he wanted to play for GA, a more successful program, he has charachter issues? I don't think so at all. This guy is one of the best people I have seen come through our program. His high school SC coaches will say the same thing. Selling a jersey to make a little cash really isn't that big a deal. He has been punished enough.

Best guy you have seen come through your program is a thief? :lol:

[uscfreek88]

Becuase he wanted to play for GA, a more successful program, he has charachter issues? I don't think so at all. This guy is one of the best people I have seen come through our program. His high school SC coaches will say the same thing. Selling a jersey to make a little cash really isn't that big a deal. He has been punished enough.
you misread him....he didnt say that b/c Green wanted to play for UGAy that he has character issues......its b/c he might have sold his jersey and/or helmet for a few thousand dollars....when in about half a year he will be making millions

[Cwrooster]

Though I cant stand AJ for being a traitor to the state, this isnt good news at all. It shows his real character issues, which are flawed if you ask me, if and thats IF....he did this. If he did not, he should be exhonerated and allowed to play.

Also, its bad, because I want their best effort. I dont want to hear excuses that Green didnt play, etc..... I want the best they have to offer. Period. If these allegations are true, its sad.

Well if that's true I guess all those promises Richt made to his MAMA about how he was going to look after him is a crock.

And if he did sell a helmet that was not smart.

[FivePoints]

The fact that it was a "game worn" jersey proves it was property of UGA and not property of AJ Green.

When you sell something that does not belong to you, it is called...

Anyone
Anyone
Buehler?

[ACPhilson]

Becuase he wanted to play for GA, a more successful program, he has charachter issues? I don't think so at all. This guy is one of the best people I have seen come through our program. His high school SC coaches will say the same thing. Selling a jersey to make a little cash really isn't that big a deal. He has been punished enough.


No he hasnt. If he is selling jerseys, he has character issues, and depending on the $$$ amount, should be suspended for more than 1 meaningless game against LALA. Truth stings doesnt it? I know our team has a few players with character issues, so dont act like yours dont either.

And he only wanted to play for UGAY because he liked Red and Black alot as a kid. Not because of your successful program.

[GameCocksOnTop88]

Becuase he wanted to play for GA, a more successful program, he has charachter issues? I don't think so at all. This guy is one of the best people I have seen come through our program. His high school SC coaches will say the same thing. Selling a jersey to make a little cash really isn't that big a deal. He has been punished enough.

Punished enough? It is a big deal when a player from any school does something against NCAA rules. Rules are rules even for UGAY.

[USAFGAMECOCK]

The fact that it was a "game worn" jersey proves it was property of UGA and not property of AJ Green.

When you sell something that does not belong to you, it is called...

Anyone
Anyone
Buehler?


100% PROFIT BABY!!! CHA-CHING!

:lol:

[ACPhilson]

The fact that it was a "game worn" jersey proves it was property of UGA and not property of AJ Green.

When you sell something that does not belong to you, it is called...

Anyone
Anyone
Buehler?


Ill take a stab... STEALING???

[Adawgj]

No he hasnt. If he is selling jerseys, he has character issues, and depending on the $$$ amount, should be suspended for more than 1 meaningless game against LALA. Truth stings doesnt it? I know our team has a few players with character issues, so dont act like yours dont either.

And he only wanted to play for UGAY because he liked Red and Black alot as a kid. Not because of your successful program.


I didn't say some of our players didn't have character issues, just sayin you are dead wrong about Green. Just becuase you say something, doesn't make it true (FYI). Anyhow, since the "truth" stings so bad, wouldn't it be the success of GA that made him a fan over his home state teams?

[Cwrooster]

We were pretty convinced that Chris Culliver would play this past week. See how that worked out? Don't be so sure when assuming what the NCAA will do, or when they will do it.

Oh Im sure that Richt will get Green clear, and they wont clear Culliver. UGA has MR on the hot seat(because they are stupid) and he has got to win this game.

[The Dude]

Oh Im sure that Richt will get Green clear, and they wont clear Culliver. UGA has MR on the hot seat(because they are stupid) and he has got to win this game.

is this a chicken-little post, or do you actually have any sort of logic to back it up?

[Adawgj]

Punished enough? It is a big deal when a player from any school does something against NCAA rules. Rules are rules even for UGAY.


Really? So its cool for USC players to only have 1 game suspension for partyin in Miami with agents and accepting benefits, but 1 game isn't enough for someone who sold his own signed jersey? Wow.

[USCGlory]

well to be honest will their freshman be able to get him the ball
their QB looked pretty damn good to me(i guess i only watched somathe 1st half n somava 3rd). thats the only other football game i watched, that and a little of the Florida game

[USAFGAMECOCK]

Really? So its cool for USC players to only have 1 game suspension for partyin in Miami with agents and accepting benefits, but 1 game isn't enough for someone who sold his own signed jersey? Wow.

The only player being accused of the agent fiasco is W. Saunders, who is suspended indefinitely for violating team rules. The NCAA is still investigating (tired of hearing that!) his alleged agent interaction.

[everycoachesdream]

what about that felon that plays for old miss

[c-girl]

Really? So its cool for USC players to only have 1 game suspension for partyin in Miami with agents and accepting benefits, but 1 game isn't enough for someone who sold his own signed jersey? Wow.

Players? How about 1 guy? And he is no where near the team & hasn't been for several weeks...

[IB6UB9]

Man I'm going back to work you guys are like kids! Where is the football talk? My understanding of the jersey from what I've read it was AJ's jersey as it was given to the players after the bowl game win. Focus on the issue at hand DB's!

[GameCocksOnTop88]

Seriously, Do you even know the situation of our players? No one knows for sure what any of the two teams players have done to get suspended. If AJ sold a jersey that was not his property then that does constitute as a "character flaw." Our main player that is connected to the Miami party is suspended indefinitely (not just for one game).

[FightOnState]

Is OUT for this weekend...

[c-girl]

gamecocksblog
So, the sold jersey has been confirmed as the root of the AJ Green situation. But now the question is how much? Likely between $500-$1K.
10 minutes ago

[acejrock]

Just saw it too

[BlackMagicCock]

link

[GamecockUltimate]

dont know if its posted but just heard Green is being held out for a selling a game worn jersery...if its already posted please move.

[MBGCockOld]

Yeah link?

[uscfreek88]

no link, it was just on SC

damn.....you beat me lol

[acejrock]

They just said it on Sports Center..

[FightOnState]

12:00 sportscenter. Latest news this hour. He is ruled out for Saturday..

[smoovecock]

Dang....I dont wont them having NO excuses....Crap...

[GamecockUltimate]

mods please delete i didnt see the thread. my bad

[c-girl]

gamecocksblog
NCAA guidelines for repaying expenses/suspensions: < $500 (0 games), $501-$700 (2 games), $701-$1000 (3 games), $1001+ (4 games) (@accnow)
11 minutes ago

[jfbreb94]

Sorry Ugay. Dont go outside and kick your dog lol

[GamecockUltimate]

smoove personally i dont care i just want a W..thats there problem

[CockyATO]

Espn just reported that aj is out for sure. This is sportscenter

[FightOnState]

I am loving this. However here is a scapegoat....

[uscsabres]

As far as I can tell they're still only saying he'll be held out until the investigation is finished.

Edit: Never mind, looks as if it was announced on TV.

[cockthehammer]

In an interview Richt said he would be disappointed if the NCAA did not rule b4 Saturday, well they have ruled.

[c-girl]

gamecocksblog
Those are merely guidelines, though. There's wiggle room in everything, it seems. We'll see.
12 minutes ago

gamecocksblog
Not typically, but it's ultimately up to NCAA.
RT @WayneAyers If the players are suspended for 1-2 games, can week one be applied to that?
7 minutes ago

[MBGCockOld]

I am excited to hear, but this doesnt change much.

[Stonecoldcock]

This sucks. I really, really didn't want to beat a Green-less UGA. :thumbs:

[c-girl]

I put tweets from Travis Haney in the other thread

[ACPhilson]

Thats too bad. Now they have an excuse if we beat them....well, we didnt have our star player....do you not see it coming? Either way, a W is a W, but you will never get respect from UGAY because they will always say, we were minus our star player.

[LeeSC]

nm ...answered in another thread

[c-girl]

In an interview Richt said he would be disappointed if the NCAA did not rule b4 Saturday, well they have ruled.

There is NO official word yet on any of the players...

[JAYBEZ]

I'll take every advantage we can get. People can say they want to play best vs best and not have excuses afterwards, but I only care about a W againt a ranked Georgia team.

[MBGCockOld]

I'll take every advantage we can get. People can say they want to play best vs best and not have excuses afterwards, but I only care about a W againt a ranked Georgia team.
Not clemson fans. They will take 12-0 with a cupcake schedule.

[donbgamecock]

Frankly, I don't care about any of the UGA players. Bring em all. I do care about AA, King, and CC being able to play this weekend though.

[ACPhilson]

Something tells me the spread will change now.

Also, am wondering, if they suspended him for this game as well, I got a feeling their is more dirt or proof, against AJ, and more ramifications are coming down the road. You dont suspend a star player like this from a big SEC game, unless you have something pretty heavy on him. Like I said earlier, character issues.

[eightohhthree]

You know what, even if we beat them with AJ Green they would have blamed it on the Refs, like they did the last several years against Florida.

[ACPhilson]

You know what, even if we beat them with AJ Green they would have blamed it on the Refs, like they did the last several years against Florida.


Well, thats true.

[acjuf]

This sucks. I really, really didn't want to beat a Green-less UGA. :thumbs:

Aren't you guys going to be playing without Saunders, Culliver, and King?

Take whatever you can get. This game is a must win for the Gamecocks' Eastern Division Title hopes.

[Rebel4ever]

If this is true, no excuse to lose to them.

[MBGCockOld]

Aren't you guys going to be playing without Saunders, Culliver, and King?

Take whatever you can get. This game is a must win for the Gamecocks' Eastern Division Title hopes.
Still waiting to hear.

[ACPhilson]

I didn't say some of our players didn't have character issues, just sayin you are dead wrong about Green. Just becuase you say something, doesn't make it true (FYI). Anyhow, since the "truth" stings so bad, wouldn't it be the success of GA that made him a fan over his home state teams?


Well, seeing that the NCAA said he is ineligible to play, guess it isnt just ME saying it now, is it? Guess I am not DEAD WRONG am I? Yeah, guess the truth does sting. Green got busted, and your team will pay for it by not letting him play. You dont think thats Character Issues???????????

[gamecockgregg]

Georgia can't use not having AJ as an excuse. We won't have Saunders and he was a major contributor for us in the UGA game last year. In my opinion, it's all even. Saunders probably made more plays for us in the UGA game last year than AJ did for UGA.

[Stonecoldcock]

Aren't you guys going to be playing without Saunders, Culliver, and King?

Take whatever you can get. This game is a must win for the Gamecocks' Eastern Division Title hopes.
The only one for sure is Saunders. And even though he is an impact player at TE (he had 8 catches against you guys last year) he's not AJ Green for sure. The coaches are optimistic that Culliver and King will be ruled eligible for this game, but we'll have to wait and see.

[EveryThingGreen]

I don't believe it.

There is no link or anything. ESPN is wrong at this point. They are jumping the gun

[c-girl]

gamecocksblog
Here's link to Schlabach's ESPN.com story on A.J. Green: http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=5546259
less than a minute ago

[Cwrooster]

Aren't you guys going to be playing without Saunders, Culliver, and King?

Take whatever you can get. This game is a must win for the Gamecocks' Eastern Division Title hopes.

You got that right! A win is a win! We want to win the east. However we do it if fine with me! Its too good to be true that AJ would be out. If that happens Im in the Bizzarro world!

[Cocklover]

its never been said today that he has been officially determined not playing for Saturday...ONLY if nothing becomes resolved before then

[GTjacket]

I don't believe it.

There is no link or anything. ESPN is wrong at this point. They are jumping the gun

I'm not surprised if its true. He's I'm some shit right now.

[c-girl]

JoshatTheState
#UGA's Mark Richt says "nothing new" on A.J. Green.
1 minute ago

[SBMWV]

He ain't out yet, y'all. If this was on Sportscenter over 20 minutes ago, Schad or Schlabach or Mandel or Staples or any of the USC or Georgia writers would have confirmed this on Twitter before the story ever ran on TV.

[BrotherFlounder]

I'll take every advantage we can get. People can say they want to play best vs best and not have excuses afterwards, but I only care about a W againt a ranked Georgia team.
Exactly, especially since we won't have Saunders and may not have Culliver and King.

Don't look a gift horse in the mouth, people. Let's just beat them. :cocky:

[stonecutter357]

He ain't out yet, y'all. If this was on Sportscenter over 20 minutes ago, Schad or Schlabach or Mandel or Staples or any of the USC or Georgia writers would have confirmed this on Twitter before the story ever ran on TV.

Yeah I am not seeing this anywhere else. Kind of strange.

[c-girl]

JoshatTheState
#UGA's Mark Richt says "nothing new" on A.J. Green.
1 minute ago


ESPN link in other thread

[CoCk aLot]

Georgia can't use not having AJ as an excuse. We won't have Saunders and he was a major contributor for us in the UGA game last year. In my opinion, it's all even. Saunders probably made more plays for us in the UGA game last year than AJ did for UGA.



Good Point

[BrotherFlounder]

He ain't out yet, y'all. If this was on Sportscenter over 20 minutes ago, Schad or Schlabach or Mandel or Staples or any of the USC or Georgia writers would have confirmed this on Twitter before the story ever ran on TV.
http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=5546259&campaign=rss&source=ESPNUHeadlines

Ask and ye shall receive!

[DawginCola]

The story up on the Website is that he is being held out "until the NCAA finishes their investigation". Take that FWIW.

http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=5546259

[c-girl]

JoshatTheState
#UGA's Mark Richt says "nothing new" on A.J. Green.
1 minute ago

[Easton]

Aren't you guys going to be playing without Saunders, Culliver, and King?

Take whatever you can get. This game is a must win for the Gamecocks' Eastern Division Title hopes.

Saunders won't see the field again.

[Cwrooster]

Dang....I dont wont them having NO excuses....Crap...

I dont care if we have to play their team while they are on crutches! A SEC win is an SEC win!:woo:

[taylorssc]

He's not playing against us. Expect a 2-4 game suspension.

[uscsabres]

So I was right! How about I just cover my eyes and ears until Saturday?

[c-girl]

ONCE AGAIN:

JoshatTheState
#UGA's Mark Richt says "nothing new" on A.J. Green.
1 minute ago

[EveryThingGreen]

i expect to see him on the field until otherwise proven and i hope our players/coaches expect the same. i know they are preparing like he will be playing

[SBMWV]

http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=5546259&campaign=rss&source=ESPNUHeadlines

Ask and ye shall receive!
I linked that story in another thread earlier this morning. That doesn't say he's definitely out for our game. It just says he's being held out until the NCAA rules, which can be today, tomorrow, Saturday, or Kromfamber 57th. Probably Kromfamber 57th, considering it's the NCAA.

[uscsabres]

So how are so many illiterates able to post on a forum?

[Cocklover]

we all are looking stupid on here talking about if AJ Green is playing or not...i would bet no one is over there on their boards worrying about Culliver or King.....we can beat the hell out of them with or without Green...thats the attitude those players better have Saturday

[ACPhilson]

I personally dont care if AJ plays or not. I think either way, our Defense can handle him. I mean, we are better this year supposedly than last year on Defense, and last year, we handled Julio Jones with NO PROBLEM.

[scrub146]

An update is fixing to come on ESPN now!

[USAFGAMECOCK]

I linked that story in another thread earlier this morning. That doesn't say he's definitely out for our game. It just says he's being held out until the NCAA rules, which can be today, tomorrow, Saturday, or Kromfamber 57th. Probably Kromfamber 57th, considering it's the NCAA.

That's my birthday....weird!

[Cocklover]

per twitter post....


gamecocksblog (http://twitter.com/gamecocksblog)

ESPN just said Green "may be held out" this weekend, for all those saying it's reporting he is "out." Pretty big difference.

[scrub146]

An update is fixing to come on ESPN now!


ESPN stated that he is being held out until the jersey issue can be resolved, if ruled eligible he can play Saturday, Richt hoping to hear today on ruling! Nothing official from NCAA! I don't think it will matter if he plays or not!

[Cockholio]

I love my fellow CockyTalker's, but why post another thread on this? There is no definitive word one way or another, so why another speculation thread?

[braves29690]

It just said that uga is gonna hold him out till they get a ruling from the ncaa which they expect today. We knew that already...so everyone chill!

[c-girl]

So how are so many illiterates able to post on a forum?

My guess is a bunch today..

ONCE AGAIN:
JoshatTheState #UGA's Mark Richt says "nothing new" on A.J. Green.

[c-girl]

I love my fellow CockyTalker's, but why post another thread on this? There is no definitive word one way or another, so why another speculation thread?

There's 3 different threads.. Hopefully one of the mods will merge them soon,,,

[FivePoints]

ESPN is saying what has been said for days. He is out pending a ruling. UGA expects to get that ruling today or tomorrow. He is practicing with the #1's. They expect him to play.

[FightOnState]

ESPN is now retracting what the reported 40 min ago...They seriously jumped the gun on this...

[Cwrooster]

is this a chicken-little post, or do you actually have any sort of logic to back it up?

It may be a little sky is falling post. I 'm just shocked anytime anything goes our way. I hope I can get out of that. Ive just been burned a lot with the letdowns. Ok Im wiping the tear out im ok.:rotfl:

[uscfreek88]

I love my fellow CockyTalker's, but why post another thread on this? There is no definitive word one way or another, so why another speculation thread?
well espn did say the NCAA will hold him out of this sat's game.....literally word for word

yea they have been wrong before but it sounded pretty definitve to me

[uscfreek88]

Espn just gave a teaser about Green and if you will be able to see him on the field any time soon this season.....will update once they do that segment

[FightOnState]

well espn did say the NCAA will hold him out of this sat's game.....literally word for word

yea they have been wrong before but it sounded pretty definitve to me


The announcer flat out stated UGA will be without there top player in this weeks match up. God i love DVR's.

[carolinafan53186]

gamecocksblog
Here's link to Schlabach's ESPN.com story on A.J. Green: http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=5546259
less than a minute ago

The story makes no sense. So he didn't sell the jersey yet he received less than $1000 dollars for it? Really odd wording

[crowcutta]

why would they report that he's being held out until a ncaa ruling...DUH

[FightOnState]

why would they report that he's being held out until a ncaa ruling...DUH

Exactly....

[uscfreek88]

joe schad is about to talk about him

[USAFGAMECOCK]

The story makes no sense. So he didn't sell the jersey yet he received less than $1000 dollars for it? Really odd wording

Yeah I thought so too

[Count Cockula]

In 2003, nine Georgia players sold their rings to a jewelry broker, but the NCAA ruled it could not take disciplinary action against them because its rules were unclear about players selling such items.
Now thats classy, I would never sell my championship ring

[FightOnState]

Joe Schad is a crock of shit....

[uscfreek88]

he didnt say anything new, basically it comes down to if he got over 1k for the jersey

[TrueGarnet]

I sure wish I could for the life of me understand everyones fixation on wether or not AJ plays. It wont make a hill of friggin' beans as far as the outcome of this game. This game will be won or lost at the line. . .period. If we get pressure on their freshman, unexperience, untested QB it wont matter if hes trying to throw to Chad Johnson, Sidney Rice and Andre Johnson. If we DONT get pressure on him, we can be beat downfield by Betty White, Herman Munster and Scooby damn Doo giving him time to pick out targets all day long.

[smoovecock]

He is not out yet.....ESPN stated he MAY be out for Saturday....They expect a desision today....

[USAFGAMECOCK]

Great job on the breaking news ESPN!

In other news.....

Water is wet and there's a 100% chance of weather today.

[COCKYTALKIN]

The NCAA is creating more drama than TNT and Oxygen combined. This is getting really effin' old.

Dear NCAA,

You've made your freakin' point. Can we please play football now?

Thank you,

COCKYTALKIN

[SBMWV]

If we DONT get pressure on him, we can be beat downfield by Betty White, Herman Munster and Scooby damn Doo giving him time to pick out targets all day long.
Betty's a gamer.

6rauK4fBjkI

[COCKYTALKIN]

FYI, ESPN just promised to get everything right for the next 60 min.

[MBGCockOld]

FYI, ESPN just promised to get everything right for the next 60 min.
They already failed. :rotfl:

[dawgfan]

680 the fan in Atlanta just reported that he will be cleared as early as this afternoon. Too much conflicting information. I guess we shall see soon.

[uscstudentCBF]

ESPN REPORT ON SC AJ NOT CLEARED BY NCAA. Looks to have offical word at the end of the day!!!

[USAFGAMECOCK]

680 the fan in Atlanta just reported that he will be cleared as early as this afternoon. Too much conflicting information. I guess we shall see soon.

ESPN and The Fan must be getting their info from message boards.

[DawginCola]

FWIW Herman Munster is like 9'6"...even with his probable 4" vertical dude could be HELL on jump balls. Just sayin'.

[EveryThingGreen]

just expect that he will play guys. just expect it and expect to beat them at home this wkend.

[thespurr]

This whole damn NCAA investigation is BS. Sitting players for somethign they may or may not have done is crap! I think they need to change their rulings so that until they have something deffinative, players can play in games without the team being punished for playing them. It's not our fault the NCAA is taking so long to complete their investigations. Enough with this crap. Get it over with already so we as fans don't have to wait and see who can play each and every week.

Now I feel better getting that off my chest. :)

[TrueGarnet]

680 the fan in Atlanta just reported that he will be cleared as early as this afternoon. Too much conflicting information. I guess we shall see soon.
Welcome to OUR world last week. If I were you I would expect him not only to NOT be cleared but between now and Saturday 12 more being held out...most of which will be cleared just an hour before gametime giving you JUST enough time to change under-draws

[jca4usc]

The story makes no sense. So he didn't sell the jersey yet he received less than $1000 dollars for it? Really odd wording

You missed part of it. What they said was "that Green did not sell his jersey on eBay..." They're not saying he didn't sell it; they're just saying he didn't sell it on eBay and that he got less than a $1000 for it.

[ATLCock26]

This whole damn NCAA investigation is BS. Sitting players for somethign they may or may not have done is crap! I think they need to change their rulings so that until they have something deffinative, players can play in games without the team being punished for playing them. It's not our fault the NCAA is taking so long to complete their investigations. Enough with this crap. Get it over with already so we as fans don't have to wait and see who can play each and every week.

Now I feel better getting that off my chest. :)

That makes no sense though. I understand the frustration with the length of the investigation, but think about it this way: if they let AJ play this week, UGA won, and then next week he was found ineligible, I GUARANTEE you would be howling about it on here, about how UGA used an ineligible player, etc.

It's unfortunate that this is happening and I wish the NCAA was faster with their rulings, but we just have to sit it out.

[scfanohio]

FWIW Herman Munster is like 9'6"...even with his probable 4" vertical dude could be HELL on jump balls. Just sayin'.

Munster was only 2 stars from Rivals coming out of high school due to a slow 40 time. When he announced a visit to Clemson Rivals bumped him to 4 stars.

Just sayin....

[SNEEZ]

I'm watching, says UGA hopes for a ruling today..I dont see the OP anywhere

[Adawgj]

Yup, he's gonna be playin folks.

[Marshall4usc]

How can you serve a suspension if it has not been levied yet? I mean if UGA chose to sit him out by their own accord -- that should not count towards a suspension.

Right?

[TrueGarnet]

How can you serve a suspension if it has not been levied yet? I mean if UGA chose to sit him out by their own accord -- that should not count towards a suspension.

Right?

Correct. They would be holding him out and WILL be holding him out barring an all clear from the NCAA to prevent an eligibility issue causing them to then have to forfit a game/games

[SBMWV]

This "will he or won't he play" thing has reached Favreian levels in just 4 days. Impressive and horrifying.

[Goofyboy]

The NCAA has dropped the ball here in my view. They should cut the drama and disruption of players and teams' seasons, mete out moderate, meaningful punisments, require restitution, and clobber any agents involved.

[Marshall4usc]

I liked Stoops idea with the 'Agent Gate' --- give the players immunity and have them spill the beans on all the agents.

Then go after the agents hardcore!!

[Spurz]

By the NCAA's own monetary guidelines, he will likely have to sit out one more game at least unless there are extenuating circumstances that lighten his punishment. I was also under the impression that "time served" was not something the NCAA applied to their suspensions.

[AtlGamecock3307]

This is crap. My friends in Atl are already setting this up as an excuse for when they lose Sat.

[gamecockgregg]

This is crap. My friends in Atl are already setting this up as an excuse for when they lose Sat.

Tell your friends we have Saunders out so we are even. In last year's game, Saunders had 8 catches. He contributed more in the game for us than AJ contributed for UGA.

[The Dude]

all this talk of "i dont want UGA fans to have an excuse when we beat them" is a bunch of BS.

we have injuries EVERY SINGLE YEAR...and no one considers it an acceptable excuse when its our excuse.

When all is said and done- the ONLY thing that matters is whether we have a W or an L next to the game once it has been played.

Y'all need to get off your high horse and hope that we have every advantage possible to win this game. The possibility of USC getting a shot at the SEC East title depends on it.

[SCARdirtybirds]

Doesn't sound like AJ Green will be playing to me. Not only does he have the ongoing investigation of improper contact with agents, but now he sold memorabilia which the NCAA ruled as illegal a few years back.

Sounds like they might try to make an example of him.

[USAFGAMECOCK]

He's also got some late fees at Blockbuster he'll need to get caught up on before he can rent there again. Sources say he should have it resolved prior to his NCAA suspension.

[COCKYTALKIN]

... and stole more than $2 but less than $5 worth of candy from a convenience store in the first grade...



... wait... that might have been me.

[willy]

It does not matter if he plays his freshman QB will find trouble getting the ball to him.

[TKE226]

all this talk of "i dont want UGA fans to have an excuse when we beat them" is a bunch of BS.

we have injuries EVERY SINGLE YEAR...and no one considers it an acceptable excuse when its our excuse.

When all is said and done- the ONLY thing that matters is whether we have a W or an L next to the game once it has been played.

Y'all need to get off your high horse and hope that we have every advantage possible to win this game. The possibility of USC getting a shot at the SEC East title depends on it.

well said...a W is a W

[Uhaul]

I liked Stoops idea with the 'Agent Gate' --- give the players immunity and have them spill the beans on all the agents.

Then go after the agents hardcore!!

On what basis exactly do you want to go after the agents?

[Marshall4usc]

On what basis exactly do you want to go after the agents?

Guess that would depend on what they were able to find out and to what extent they are really involved in.

I mean look at Culliver's situation -- they contacted his mother, gave her a sales pitch and the site was owned by an agent? How is the player held liable for that? That's dishonest and the NCAA should work so that they are no longer able to represent athletes

[lakemurraycock]

Guess that would depend on what they were able to find out and to what extent they are really involved in.

I mean look at Culliver's situation -- they contacted his mother, gave her a sales pitch and the site was owned by an agent? How is the player held liable for that? That's dishonest and the NCAA should work so that they are no longer able to represent athletes

The only problem with that is that they don't represent NCAA athletes, only pros. The NCAA has no jurisdiction over them, only jurisdiction of the athletes and schools.

[TrueGarnet]

The only problem with that is that they don't represent NCAA athletes, only pros. The NCAA has no jurisdiction over them, only jurisdiction of the athletes and schools.

Correct. The NCAA would have to have cooperation from the NFL. . .good F'in luck. Thus, without an act of congress which we have seen before, the responsibility and punishments will ALWAYS fall back on the universities and players.

[c-girl]

Dawgs247
NCAA reinstatement guidelines suggest -- but don't guarantee -- that A.J. Green could miss multiple games http://bit.ly/bT5Trf ab

[uscstudentCBF]

All this talk of giving UGA an excuse is BS. Guys we hung 40 on a C-USA opp which is a conference that is known to have weak D's. If we play UGA with or without Green has no impact. Mark richt finds ways to win, this will be a hard noise fight to the end. Gamecocks that are believing we are going to blow out UGA without Green really need to take their garnet glasses off.

[c-girl]

gamecocksblog
Unlikely, at best.
RT @RMJOHNSON33 if Aj Green is suspended for multiple games will uga be able to choose the games he sits out?

[Marshall4usc]

Correct. The NCAA would have to have cooperation from the NFL. . .good F'in luck. Thus, without an act of congress which we have seen before, the responsibility and punishments will ALWAYS fall back on the universities and players.

For sure -- it sucks. Hopefully they can get creative though. They are pissing off a lot of people within the NCAA and the Universities. But you're probably right ---nothing will happen. Doesn't mean we have to like it.

[c-girl]

MMMMark richt finds ways to win....

Think he'll send the whole team to go celebrate in the end zone? :lol:

[yazoo]

This. Some folks don't watch football. Also, I noticed on another thread where depth was the subject. Our backup true freshman threw a long TD pass on his first CFB snap. Just sayn.

Dude, you do know your backup is behind our backup in the NCAA QB ratings.

26Connor Shaw (http://espn.go.com/ncf/player/profile?playerId=504292), QBSCAR5480.0326.415103199.8
54Hutson Mason (http://espn.go.com/ncf/player/profile?playerId=504004), QBUGA5240.0336.626100161.4

[Darth Visor]

Did no one watch the UGA_LALA game? Murray threw the ball well. He's a good QB and I hope we're able to pressure him. If he has time he'll find AJ.


He threw well against who again? Oh yeah, LaLa...give me a break. He isn't ready for our defense.

[CockNFire2006]

College Football Live on ESPN right now reporting AJ Green will not play saturday.......

[sc455]

College Football Live on ESPN right now reporting AJ Green will not play saturday.......
he wont unless the investigation is finished. if it is finished before game time he will play.

[uscstudentCBF]

College Football Live on ESPN right now reporting AJ Green will not play saturday.......

Dang it you beat me do it, chilln at the house today, have to work sat comes with the business i guess, so this is like waiting on the dame draft.

[RedSoxGamecock8]

story is he is being held out b/c he sold his jersey on EBAY

http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=5546259

[GamecockNeal]

story is he is being held out b/c he sold his jersey on EBAY

http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=5546259

Little late on that one haha.

On a side note, fire was recently discovered.

[Carolina Faithful]

We landed on the moon?

[Adawgj]

Dude, you do know your backup is behind our backup in the NCAA QB ratings.

26Connor Shaw (http://espn.go.com/ncf/player/profile?playerId=504292), QBSCAR5480.0326.415103199.8
54Hutson Mason (http://espn.go.com/ncf/player/profile?playerId=504004), QBUGA5240.0336.626100161.4


Cool story bro.

[GamecockNeal]

We landed on the moon?

http://i.ytimg.com/vi/-f_DPrSEOEo/hqdefault.jpg

[LegalCock]

Half of us cannot read. It's really sad. Nothing I've read says he's out. They all rehash the same stuff we've known for days.

[SBMWV]

Half of us cannot read. It's really sad. Nothing I've read says he's out. They all rehash the same stuff we've known for days.
I'll have a snappy comeback as soon as I can find someone to read whatever this says to me.

[sc455]

I'll have a snappy comeback as soon as I can find someone to read whatever this says to me.
at least you are an excellent speller.

[SBMWV]

AJ Green must sit out 4 games per NCAA

Green allegedly sold his jersey to an agent

http://twitter.com/schadjoe

There it is.

[ACPhilson]

4 Games...

http://blogs.ajc.com/uga-sports-blog/2010/09/08/ncaa-rules-a-j-green-must-sit-out-four-games/

[cheesebrger gcock]

107.5 also reporting AJ Green out for 4 games

UGA appealing of course

Maybe it won't be overturned like the massoli eligability

[CoverTwo]

UGA fans already crying on 107.5

[SportyCock]

ATHENS — University of Georgia wide receiver A. J. Green must miss four games before being eligible to play again, the NCAA ruled late this afternoon.

Link:

http://blogs.ajc.com/uga-sports-blog/2010/09/08/ncaa-rules-a-j-green-must-sit-out-four-games/

[GTjacket]

Yep, just heard the same. The first game will count as one of the four.

[uscfan021536]

BIGSPUR: Georiga wr A.J. Green is suspended for four games by the NCAA per a UGA release. UGA will appeal the decision, however.

[Stonecoldcock]

http://twitter.com/schadjoe

There it is.
Reporting it on 107.5, which cited the AJC and an official Georgia release. According to 107.5, they say the jersey was sold for over $1,000 and it was sold to someone associated with an agent.

[sc455]

wow, this is great for us. sorry for a.j....

[MBGCockOld]

Didnt someone try this last year on us. throw out a distraction right before the game.

[PageUSC]

So if they win the appeal..I think they may get it reduced to 2 not 1

[ACPhilson]

wow, this is great for us. sorry for a.j....


I dont feel sorry for AJ in the least bit. Screw him, he is the enemy, I dont care if he played HS ball in SC or not. He is the enemy, and down in flames he goes.:rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::ro tfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rot fl:

[HTF]

This puts a lot of pressure on us now. If we lose to them without Green it'll be really really embarrassing.

[mpilot0705]

according to espn bottom line he is ineligible against usc, ark, and miss st for selling a jersey.

[CountryLivNcock]

I dont feel sorry for AJ in the least bit. Screw him, he is the enemy, I dont care if he played HS ball in SC or not. He is the enemy, and down in flames he goes.:rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::ro tfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rot fl:

"If a man oppose you he is enemy. Enemy deserve no mercy!" lol sorry it's what it reminded me of.

[CockRoche]

Big deal. It seems like there have many times an opponent was without one of their best players and everybody thought we were going to take advantage and it rarely pans out.

[ACPhilson]

"If a man oppose you he is enemy. Enemy deserve no mercy!" lol sorry it's what it reminded me of.


Exactly.

[TaterHater1984]

This is huge.

[sc455]

This puts a lot of pressure on us now. If we lose to them without Green it'll be really really embarrassing.
eh, its still uga. i think you are overreacting.

[CockyBullDog]

Wow.. Just Wow.. Hopefully we will hear something about Cully and King soon..This really hurts them.. OH WELL!!! HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH!!!

[FightOnState]

**** GEORGIA..I have never hated a football team more in my life....I have been here for 3 years now and i am tired of all the bullshit that there fans come up with...

[happygilmore527]

I wonder if they will win the appeal now?

Ole Miss did with theirs like Bama did with Dareus.

[The Dude]

Big deal. It seems like there have many times an opponent was without one of their best players and everybody thought we were going to take advantage and it rarely pans out.

you continue taking the handicap. and i dont have any problem referring to it as such. they wont always enjoy the same result. things are looking in our favor right now. that isnt a prediction, but an observation.

[CoverTwo]

Even if they do win the appeal, he won't be playing this weekend.

This isn't that big of a blow like everyone is making it out to be .. Its Georgia and they have talent at WR.

[donbgamecock]

This is huge.

It may be huge for the UGA program but it means little to us. We still have to play the UGA team and last time I looked, they have pretty damn good depth at all positions including WR. I agree that anytime you loose a player that has consistently produced, it has an effect on the game but I wouldn't classify it as huge.

[carolina214]

NCAA benches Georgia's A.J. Green


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Georgia (http://espn.go.com/college-football/team/_/id/61/georgia-bulldogs) wide receiver A.J. Green (http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/player/profile?playerId=379205) has been declared ineligible for three more games for NCAA violations stemming from his acceptance of benefits from an agent.
In a statement released Wednesday, the NCAA said Green sold his Independence Bowl game jersey to an individual who meets the organization's definition of an agent. Green has repaid $1,000 to charity.
Green's penalty covers four games. He did not play in 22nd-ranked Georgia's season-opening victory over Louisiana-Lafayette on Saturday.
"I want to apologize to my coaches, teammates and the Georgia fans for the mistake in judgment," Green said in a statement. "I very much regret all that has taken place and the distraction that¹s been caused."
Said Georgia coach Mark Richt: "Certainly I'm disappointed with the outcome. However, we have games to play and that's where our focus needs to be in the coming days and weeks."
Georgia athletics director Greg McGarity confirmed that the university will appeal the NCAA's decision to the Division I NCAA Committee on Student-Athlete Reinstatement.
Green also is linked to the NCAA's ongoing investigation into alleged improper contact with agents by players at Alabama, North Carolina and South Carolina. But a person familiar with the investigation told ESPN.com's Mark Schlabach that Green has adamantly denied attending the agent-sponsored party in Miami or ever traveling to South Florida.
Green, a preseason All-SEC selection, is considered one of the nation's best receivers after finishing the 2009 season with 53 catches for 808 yards and six touchdowns. He was ranked the No. 4 prospect available for the 2011 NFL draft by ESPN analyst Mel Kiper Jr.
Green's suspension will begin with Saturday's Southeastern Conference showdown at No. 24 South Carolina and also cover SEC games against No. 14 Arkansas (Sept. 18) and Mississippi State (Sept. 25).

[eaglegolf018]

:rotfl:. No AJ is good news for us

[CockyBullDog]

Even if they do win the appeal, he won't be playing this weekend.

This isn't that big of a blow like everyone is making it out to be .. Its Georgia and they have talent at WR.


Have to disagree on you on that one Two.. They have talent but Green is a top 10 player in the country.. Plus you have a freshmen QB going into the Brice.. Advantage Gamecocks..BUT have to still win on the field.

[CoverTwo]

Georgia is a running football team .. They want to play defense, run the football, and solid special teams .. The fact that they have Caleb King and Washaun Ealey this game is huge for them .. Their receivers just have to move the chains which they are capable of doing.

[USAFGAMECOCK]

So I wonder if this means the NCAA is nearing a decision on our guys yet, now that this one is out of the way?

[The Dude]

I wonder if they will win the appeal now?

Ole Miss did with theirs like Bama did with Dareus.

but you'd figure the least it'd get cut to in a win is 2 games, which means he'd still be out against us. I'm ok with beating UGA without Green, and they get him back and turn around to beat Florida and UK or something.

btw good work on the blog

[COCKROCK]

Have to disagree on you on that one Two.. They have talent but Green is a top 10 player in the country.. Plus you have a freshmen QB going into the Brice.. Advantage Gamecocks..BUT have to still win on the field.

I agree as well.

Sure UGA has other talented WR.'S, but none that could possibly be a game changer of the magnitude of AJ.

Much rather play UGA without him.

[gamecockgregg]

So I wonder if this means the NCAA is nearing a decision on our guys yet, now that this one is out of the way?

Seems like the NCAA has put our stuff on the back burner.

[PageUSC]

Georgia is a running football team .. They want to play defense, run the football, and solid special teams .. The fact that they have Caleb King and Washaun Ealey this game is huge for them .. Their receivers just have to move the chains which they are capable of doing.

Chris Durham replaces AJ GREEN, yea Chris Durham. Yea its a big deal. I know the want the power running game to work but this is a huge blow. Durham a SR with 2 career TDs

[gamecockgregg]

I think them not having AJ will allow us to maybe put one more in the box against the run. It's still going to be a hard fought, tough game though. They have plenty of talent.