The fate of freshman wide receiver Andre Debose will not be decided this week.
Meyer met with Debose and his parents Tuesday night but said Florida's training staff is still looking into possible options.
Debose was expected to see playing time this season but has been slowed by tendon damage in his hamstring. Meyer said the final decision as to whether Debose will have surgery should come early next week.
"We're not pressed against a timetable right now," Meyer said. "I just walk into the doctor's office, and they say we wanna check a couple things out and we'll let you know."
LONGING FROM AFAR: Meyer wouldn't mind if standout Jarred Fayson was still in Gainesville.
The former Florida wide receiver played sparingly during the Gators' 2006 title run and had only 12 catches for 148 yards and three touchdowns during his sophomore season in 2007. After the season, Fayson transferred to Illinois for more playing time and has two years of eligibility left after sitting out the 2008 season per NCAA rules.
Meyer called Fayson one of the best players in the country Wednesday.
"I wish he would've stayed," Meyer said. "He'd be getting ready to be the go-to player at Florida. That's how much talent he has."
LINEBACKER NEWS: A.J. Jones will start Saturday at strong-side linebacker. Brendan Beal (sore neck) did not practice Wednesday but is expected to play. Freshman Jelani Jenkins (ankle) did some individual work but is doubtful for Saturday's game.
