Weekly Answers, Part 1

1) I was wondering if you could give us another injury report on the basketball team. Is everyone back to practice yet? Or is Brendan Lane the only hold out? - Spencer
From what I've been told, everyone is supposed to be back today. I'd be surprised if Jerime Anderson was 100 percent, based on what I've been told.

2) I have not heard much about Jayson Allmond. Is he redshirting? Also, will he stay at FB, there was rumors of him moving to DT? - Matt
He is redshirting, but with Moline and Theriot and graduating, I'd be surprised to see him moved to DT. However, I am 100 percent for switching running backs to the D-Line, a la TCU, which churns out lightning-quick ends every year.

3) It looked like Prince had more time to throw in the last quarter. What did you notice that was different? - lompocjr
Oregon State was blitzing less and Prince was finding his way around the pocket; the biggest difference, though, was his willingness to throw into coverage.

4) Have you heard of any recruits changing their minds about attending Ucla? if so who? - theuclan
I have yet to hear of any flip-flops, and with the kids UCLA is getting - the ones already committed - I don't think the five-game losing streak is changing any minds. I think these kids want to play and play early, and they see the ability to at UCLA.

5) Have you heard about any possible transfers out of the football program due to non-playing times? - bruincheerleader
The only rumors I heard were about Milton Knox, but he squashed those quickly. If the lack of PT keeps up for some guys, though, I wouldn't be surprised to hear more grumbling.

6) Who are the most important football recruits for the Bruins to grab this season? - hicalliber
Malcolm Jones was huge for making in-roads into Oaks Christian; Chris Ward was a big get for the same reason at Mater Dei; if they can somehow land one more impact player on defense, it's a very good class.

7) What are the chances of Josh Smith ending up at UCLA? - Anonymous
Very good. But Lorenzo Romar is a hell of a recruiter, and it's not a gimme.

8) Also, do you think McCullum or Zeigler will end up committing to UCLA? - Anonymous
McCallum more so than Zeigler.

9) Is there a rift between Chow and Neuheisel-particularly re. the QB position? It seems like Neuheisel is starting to pull rank over Chow? - Anonymous
This is a tough question. They are both very confident coaches and neither wants to be wrong, but the way they've handled Brehaut is questionable and has been from the start of the season. Either you want him to progress in games or you want him to learn on the bench. Pick a direction and stick with it.

10) How does Bowens look on the scout team? Do you think he will be ready for real game action next year, should his number be called? - Anonymous
He should contribute on special teams at least, as the Bruins lose several important ST contributors.