Clemson Receiver Is Out for the Season

Clemson receiver Kevin Youngblood, who was supposed to help replace career reception leader Rod Gardner, broke his leg in practice Tuesday and will miss the season.

“This is a very big loss for our football team,” Coach Tommy Bowden said. “Kevin had a terrific spring and was having a great fall.”

Youngblood had 13 catches for 225 yards and two touchdowns last season as a redshirt freshman. He averaged 17.3 yards a reception and was named offensive rookie of the year by the coaching staff.

Maryland senior Guilian Gary injured his neck when he collided with another player at practice.

Gary, the team’s leading receiver, initially lost all feeling and movement below his neck. He was flown to a nearby hospital and was listed in good condition.

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