Buffalo's record-setting running back James Starks will miss the 2009 season, coach Turner Gill announced today.
Gill said Starks has a labral tear in his shoulder that will require surgery. Starks was set to be a fifth-year senior and does not have any college eligibility left.
Pegged as an NFL Draft prospect for next year's draft, Starks holds several UB records including 3,140 yards rushing, 34 touchdowns rushing and 222 points score.
The Bulls were the favorites to win the MAC East this season, and this will undoubtedly be a blow to the team. But it also creates a window of opportunity.
"Injuries are, and will always be, a huge part of football, but this one is particularly painful because of what James has meant to this program and community,'' Gill said. "However, this is an incredible opportunity for a group of very talented running backs that we have to step up and help us achieve our goals this season.''
Gill said Starks has a labral tear in his shoulder that will require surgery. Starks was set to be a fifth-year senior and does not have any college eligibility left.
Pegged as an NFL Draft prospect for next year's draft, Starks holds several UB records including 3,140 yards rushing, 34 touchdowns rushing and 222 points score.
The Bulls were the favorites to win the MAC East this season, and this will undoubtedly be a blow to the team. But it also creates a window of opportunity.
"Injuries are, and will always be, a huge part of football, but this one is particularly painful because of what James has meant to this program and community,'' Gill said. "However, this is an incredible opportunity for a group of very talented running backs that we have to step up and help us achieve our goals this season.''
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