12-23-2016, 01:36 PM
Interesting statement from Elijah Hood, the UNC running back who will not be playing in the Sun Bowl but will return to college next year.
Read more here: http://www.newsobserver.com/sports/colle...rylink=cpy
Reading between the lines, it seems Hood might have played if deemed necessary. To me, this is another data point that players (and perhaps coaches) do not see the Sun Bowl as that big of a game.
Quote:Im disappointed I cannot be with my football brothers for the bowl game in Texas, but its best for me to stay home and fully recover, Hood said in a statement. I look forward to returning to the field in 2017 for my senior year and having the opportunity to represent UNC along with my teammates.
I appreciate Coach (Larry) Fedora and the staff for helping me make the best decision for my future.
Read more here: http://www.newsobserver.com/sports/colle...rylink=cpy
Reading between the lines, it seems Hood might have played if deemed necessary. To me, this is another data point that players (and perhaps coaches) do not see the Sun Bowl as that big of a game.