Sophomore Carl Johnson will likely get the start at left guard against South Carolina, UF coach Urban Meyer said Wednesday. Johnson suffered an MCL sprain in the Gators' 42-14 win against Vanderbilt on Saturday.
Meyer expects him to be able to play despite the injury.
"He's a 330-pound man that's got to move to his right a little and to his left. It's fine," Meyer said with a laugh. "He's not going to be running post routes."
This season's original starter at the position, Jim Tartt (shoulder), is practicing and would be available if needed. Maurice Hurt (shoulder) also practiced, and Meyer said redshirt freshman James Wilson could also get some action after a great week of practice.
QUOTE OF NOTE: Meyer was asked Wednesday if he had a nickname for the formation in which wide receiver Percy Harvin takes a direct snap as quarterback.
"Gunner or something, Wild Duck or something," Meyer joked.
NOTABLE: Junior quarterback Tim Tebow was named one of 13 finalists for the Wuerffel Trophy, the All Sports Association announced Wednesday. The award honors the college football player who combines community service with outstanding academic and on-the-field achievement. It is named after former Heisman Trophy winner Danny Wuerffel, who led the Gators to a national championship in 1996.
The winner will be announced at the All Sports Association's 40th Annual Awards Banquet on Feb. 20.
