Coach O’Brien spoke with the media today prior to Saturday’s game about the offensive line, Dean Haynes, and the return game, amongst other things.

Key Quotes

“We don’t have a timetable on RJ Mattes.  He’s out here in a green shirt, which means he’s not full go yet.  He’s been able to continually do more than he has done in the past.  With an injury like this it’s more important how you feel tomorrow morning compared to how you feel when you walk off of the field.  He’s been out here all week doing minimal work.”

“Asante Cureton is the only walk-on that we have given a scholarship this season.  He’s a senior and he’s been on the two-deep for two years now.”

“Justin Byers will be backing up TJ Graham on punt returns, and Earl Wolff will be backing him up on kick returns.”