Tuesday, September 18, 2007

Ben Cleveland could be out for year...

It doesn't look good for sophomore tight end Ben Cleveland to see the field in 2007. The former Springdale high star is battling a nerve injury in his neck, and will likely redshirt this year and come back at full strength in 2008, according to head coach Houston Nutt.
Cleveland figured to be a key piece of the Arkansas offense this year under new coordinator David Lee. But Cleveland first sustained the injury in a Capital One Bowl practice last december, then had it flare up again in the spring, and finally, in fall camp during a drill. Cleveland has visited several doctors for multiple opinions, and the consensus appears to be Ben should sit out or risk further injury on the field.