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| Quarterback Cayden Cochran throws a pass during Monday's practice. (Ed Hooper | The Valdosta Daily Times) |
Here is a collection of stories from the Blazers' first day on the practice field:
Roelle seen working on side
Wide receiver Griffin Roelle, who led the Blazers in receptions in 2011 with 35, was seen working with athletic trainers during Monday's first practice session. Roelle was seen running down the sideline and around the field before standing and watching the practice's passing skeleton. Roelle did not catch a pass during the team's practice and it is unclear as to why he was sitting out of practice. No timetable was given for a return.Greg Reid rumors swirl
Since being dismissed from the Florida State football team last Wednesday, speculation has surfaced about possible landing spots for former Lowndes Viking Greg Reid. One rumored landing spot is Valdosta State. On Monday, head coach David Dean said VSU has not contacted Reid, but he has contacted the coaching staff one time. Dean said at this time, he considers Reid "a student at Florida State." When asked if he could consider adding Reid to the team if he was released from scholarship by FSU, Dean said he would welcome the idea of sitting down and discussing the possibility.Seantavious Jones is back
Seantavious Jones, who earned the nickname 'Stretch' last season because of his ability to stretch the field with his speed and size, was seen participating in the Blazers' second practice session Monday wearing his standard No. 1 uniform. Jones missed the end of spring practice with the team because of an injury. He then faced disciplinary action from the university. Dean said Jones is eligible to play and will be relied on much like he was last season. Jones led the team in receiving yards and receiving touchdowns last season with 551 yards and six scores.New helmets and practice uniforms
The Blazers sported new practice uniforms and new helmets Monday. Every member of the team was seen wearing new Riddell practice uniforms with a stripe down the side. The new uniforms are made of a heavier material and will hold up through the wear and tear for a longer period of time. Several players, including starters from the offensive line and quarterback Cayden Cochran, were seen wearing the new Revo Speed helmets at Monday's practice. Running back Theseus Jackson told reporters the helmets fit better and felt better on the head.Follow me on Twitter at @Ed_Hooper and pick up the Valdosta Daily Times for more stories on the Blazers.
