Meandering through the maize (and blue): Forcier's shoulder worse than previously thought

Posted on Tue, Oct 13, 2009 : 9 a.m.

Meandering through the maize (and blue): Forcier's shoulder worse than previously thought

By Michael Rothstein

A few weeks ago, landing on it hard multiple times, Michigan quarterback Tate Forcier bruised his right shoulder.

Now, according to a report in the Michigan Daily, it might be worse than previously reported. Forcier's brother, Jason, told the Daily it is an AC joint sprain and "his shoulder is more injured than I think the public realizes."

Forcier also suffered a concussion Saturday against Iowa and was pulled from the final two series of Michigan's 30-28 loss to the Hawkeyes due to a coach's decision. As you contemplate that, check out the rest of today's links:

FOOTBALL:

Although Forcier suffered a concussion, he'll start Saturday against Delaware State if he's medically cleared, writes Dave Birkett at AnnArbor.com.

Even though he's suspended, Boubacar Cissoko is still practicing with the team - the scout team.

David Moosman is into the classics - Hemingway, James Baldwin, Henry James - when he's not busy with football.

Rich Rodriguez is used to freshman quarterbacks making mistakes, writes Mark Snyder of the Free Press.

Michigan is recruiting the south well, writes Josh Helmholdt of the Free Press.

Chad Henne, the former Michigan quarterback, came through in the clutch during Miami's 31-27 win over the Jets on Monday night, writes Greg Stoda of the Palm Beach Post.

A lot more people watched the Florida-LSU game over the Michigan-Iowa game on Saturday night as the Wolverines-Hawkeyes picked up a 2.7 share, writes Mike Hlas of the Cedar Rapids Gazette.

More Little Brown Jug lore from MVictors.com.

BASKETBALL:

Zack Novak is fitter and ready to make a difference this year, writes Michael Rothstein of AnnArbor.com.

Cambridge & Latin kids are working to try and get Rumeal Robinson's mom's house back, writes Jillian Fennimore in the Wicked Local Cambridge. Robinson kicked her out of the house earlier this month.

OTHER SPORTS AND STUFF:

Michigan swimmer Emily Brunemann was named USA swimming's open-water female swimmer of the year.

Kevin Johnson, the former Phoenix Sun-turned-Sacramento mayor, was robbed in San Francisco, according to KCRA.

"Paranormal Activity," a movie that cost $11,000 to make, brought in over $7 million this weekend, reports CNN.

THE ROLLING STONES PERFORM RUBY TUESDAY LIVE IN TEXAS IN 1988:

Comments

KeepingItReal

Wed, Oct 14, 2009 : 9:26 a.m.

Tater. My prediction at the beginning of the season that with RR spread offense, Tater was going to take a lot of hits especially as they entered the Big 10 season. Given his size and lack of muscularity, he was going to get beaten up just like McGuffie. Shoelace should have been given more playing time earlier so that he would be ready in a situation like this. I think Shoelace should be given some real time game experience on Saturday, allow Tater to rest up and heal. No sense in ruining his health this early in his career. It is also my prediction that Tater will not be a strong spread QB in the big 10.

81wolverine

Tue, Oct 13, 2009 : 12:55 p.m.

Agree with Tater. We'll need Forcier healthy for the end of season run. And Robinson hasn't gotten enough game reps in the last few weeks. He needs to tune up his passing game for one thing. But all this underscores the need for Michigan to have 2 or 3 good QB's on the roster who can run the spread offense. Neither Tate nor Denard are big kids who will be able to take a lot of big hits over the long run without getting banged up. Being able to pass more effectively and be selective in running the ball will be keys.