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DEL.ICIO.USUGA honors scholarship to injured QB Aaron Murray, called “Bulldog forever”
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Georgia-bound quarterback Aaron Murray of Tampa, Fla., told the AJC on Sunday night he was “overwhelmed” with the outpouring of support, especially from Bulldog fans, after breaking his left ankle.
Murray is likely finished with his prolific high school career after suffering the leg injury in last Thursday’s game for Plant High.
“It has been crazy, all the phone calls and emails, wishing me a speedy recovery … and praying for me,” Murray said.
“I want to thank everyone, especially all the Georgia fans. I’ve been reading some nice things they said on the [Internet], and I really appreciate all the support. It means a lot. It just lets me know I’m with the right school … I have never been more excited to be a Georgia Bulldog.”
Murray, who is determined to return to action this season for Plant, said he will know more about his injury after meeting with doctors this week. He is using crutches and hopes to be walking on his own in 4-6 weeks. He wants to be playing football again in 6-8 weeks.
“I had surgery on my shoulder two years ago, and I was way ahead of schedule with my recovery,” Murray said. “I’m going to work as hard as I can to be back as quick as I can this time, too … while following the advice of the doctors.”
Murray said he had long conversations with Georgia head coach Mark Richt and quarterbacks coach Mike Bobo.
“Coach Richt was very reassuring. He told me ‘Even if you could never take a snap again, and you’d still have your scholarship with us. You’re a Georgia Bulldog forever.’”
“It was great to hear that, it really made my time a lot less stressful in dealing with the injury.”
Click here to read more on Aaron Murray’s leg injury
Murray is UGA’s most prolific commitment in its 2009 recruiting class, earning MVP honors of the Elite 11 QB Camp last summer. He picked Georgia among 53 scholarship offers.
Before being injured on Thursday, Murray had a stellar performance, throwing for 205 yards and three touchdowns, while rushing for 95 yards and one touchdown.
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By BJ
October 19, 2008 8:02 PM | Link to this
First?
By Trent
October 19, 2008 8:11 PM | Link to this
“Ain’t it GREAT to BE a GEORGIA BULLDOG!”
By Trent
October 19, 2008 8:13 PM | Link to this
“Ain’t it GREAT to BE a GEORGIA BULLDOG!”
By Trent
October 19, 2008 8:13 PM | Link to this
“Ain’t it GREAT to BE a GEORGIA BULLDOG!”
By cb
October 19, 2008 8:16 PM | Link to this
I’m a yellow jacket. but, accolades to UGA for honoring their commitment to this young man. I hope he bounces back quickly. it will be good to see him on the field one day.
By Bookie
October 19, 2008 8:25 PM | Link to this
Many, many years ago I was the elected captain of the Plant Panthers baseball team. I have been a Bulldog for many years and like Aaron, will be a Bulldog forever!
By Steve
October 19, 2008 9:11 PM | Link to this
I hope he recovers so the Gators can break the whole darn leg off!
By Steve
October 19, 2008 9:11 PM | Link to this
I hope he recovers so the Gators can break the whole darn leg off!
By Jason
October 19, 2008 9:14 PM | Link to this
Aaron sounds like a good kid, I can’t wait to see him play.
By Brett
October 19, 2008 9:24 PM | Link to this
Steve, You’re a class act.
By Brett
October 19, 2008 9:24 PM | Link to this
Steve, You’re a class act.
By Steve Skelton
October 19, 2008 10:06 PM | Link to this
That other guy with my name is an insult to EVERYONE named Steve. I personally think it was quite classy of Coach Richt to have that kind of a commitment to that young man. I wish more people were like that in the world.
By #1gatorhater
October 19, 2008 10:06 PM | Link to this
steve, what a dumba%$! here is a kid 18 yrs old and you say something like that! sounds like a case of sour grapes to me
By Mikey in the SAV
October 19, 2008 10:18 PM | Link to this
Aaron, if you are reading this- All of us Bulldog fans support you and wish you a speedy recovery. Go Dawgs ! That means you too…
By Adam
October 19, 2008 10:21 PM | Link to this
I hope Richt was right about his commitment. If that’s true, that’s a class-act move. I’m a GT grad but grew up an FSU fan, so I’ve learned that UF fans are idiots. Aaron - you’re coming to a great state. Can’t totally agree with the school you’ve picked, but you’ll find wonderful fans and great competition. And now that UGA(g) and GT are kicking butt, looks like this rivalry will be something special for a long time. Good luck, but go JACKETS!!!!!
By AH
October 19, 2008 10:47 PM | Link to this
Steve,
Don’t embarrass all the good Gator fans with the mean spirited, childish, comment you just made. He’s just a kid who has goals in life to achieve, obviously, unless yourself. And besides, give him about 5 years and he can write a check for more than you will ever be worth.
By JD
October 19, 2008 10:51 PM | Link to this
Just wish there were more coaches like Mark Richt. Best wishes with a speedy recovery.
By BIGDAWG88
October 20, 2008 12:02 AM | Link to this
That was just pathetic Steve. Why don’t you wish his family death or something? That’s just sad of you.
BTW: Richt has always honored committments to his recruits. The “once a Bulldog, always a Bulldog” has always been in place in the CMR era. Just look at Caleb King and a couple of others before that. That’s partly why kids come to UGA.
Good luck Aaron!
GO DAWGS!!!
By dawg92
October 20, 2008 1:01 AM | Link to this
Steve, I know a lot of gator fans and you’re obviously one they could do without. Every fan base has their morons.
I hate it for Aaron and hope he can overcome this injury, I’m sure he will be back. Good luck to him and our thoughts and prayers are with him.
By 79DAWG
October 20, 2008 5:33 AM | Link to this
Bookie, who cares what you did or said you did in high school? Get a life. This is about Aaron, not you. Best of luck to young Murray, GO DAWGS!!
By ginger
October 20, 2008 6:22 AM | Link to this
Aaron we wish you a speedy and healthy recovery!! Can’t wait to meet you!!
Welcome to the BEST FAMILY in the world!! GO DAWGS!!!
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By DawgieStyle
October 20, 2008 6:23 AM | Link to this
You’ll look great in UGA red Aaron. Welcome to the family.
By CarolinaJacket
October 20, 2008 7:42 AM | Link to this
Tough break Aaron, but you are a tough kid and will be back on the playing field before too long down the road. Good for UGA for honoring the scholarship. Look forward to some really great games when you are the DAWG qb and Tech has a very good team. Finally, don’t listen to the idiots who wish a player (for any team) harm. Just play a little harder when you go up against Florida. Get well soon.
By Paddy
October 20, 2008 7:46 AM | Link to this
Steve, I can see your fellow Gators are really proud of you. Good luck Aaron with your rehab. Go Aaron, Go Dawgs.
By dawgfan1911
October 20, 2008 7:49 AM | Link to this
Aaron, ignore Steve, I am sure you are smart enough to realize that he is jealous because you picked UGA over Florida. I am sure you will be ready to compete for the starting quarterback job at Georgia in a couple years and in my opinion, when you get stronger, with your ability to run and your accuracy, you will be starting for Georgia for at least two years. Hopefully we will win a nation title at least one of those years.
By Jeremy
October 20, 2008 8:02 AM | Link to this
Isn’t this a recruiting violation? Illegal contact by boosters????????????
By stud
October 20, 2008 8:20 AM | Link to this
To Mikey in the SAV at 1018pm…Just why in the heck would Murray be reading this?????
By Jack
October 20, 2008 8:25 AM | Link to this
Urban Meyer should use his real name instead of the psudonymn “Steve” at the top of comments! Stay Classy, Florida!
By 82DAWG
October 20, 2008 8:27 AM | Link to this
Like Coach Richt said, Bulldog forever. Several years ago we had a signee who came all the way from California as one of the most heralded recruits UGA ever had (Albert Hollis). In one of his first practices he had a catastrophic knee injury. He was at UGA for five years under scholarship and is a Bulldog forever. In 1979 the number 2 recruit in Georgia and a HS All American (Antonio Render) broke his neck in one of his first practices at UGA. He was on scholarship until he graduated, a Bulldog forever (He was a terror on the intramural field, too!). We honor our commitments.
By Jack
October 20, 2008 8:27 AM | Link to this
Urban Meyer should use his real name instead of the psudonymn “Steve” at the top of comments! Stay Classy, Florida!
By Jack
October 20, 2008 8:28 AM | Link to this
Urban Meyer should use his real name instead of the psudonymn “Steve” at the top of comments! Stay Classy, Florida!
By NCAA
October 20, 2008 8:30 AM | Link to this
I hope fans aren’t contacting him or giving him anything for that would be an NCAA violation. Considering the amount of arrests lately, I would be sure that the NCAA watchdogs will be visiting Athens very soon.
Something stinks in Athens and it’s the athletic department and lack of instutional control.
By Dawg4Life
October 20, 2008 8:51 AM | Link to this
Not only is Aaron an exceptional talent on the field, but he is also an upstanding young man in the community. We wish him well in his recovery, and look forward to him being in Athens in the spring.
By Mark
October 20, 2008 9:15 AM | Link to this
Aaron, I was not a Georgia fan until Coach Richt came aboard. He is a fine coach and truly cares about his players. Given the fact that he will honor your scholarship during your recovery, say a lot about the man who you’ll play for during your college career. Get well and I look forward to seeing you in action soon.
GSU Football coming in 2010. Panther Pride!!
By Mark
October 20, 2008 9:19 AM | Link to this
Aaron, I was not a Georgia fan until Coach Richt came aboard. He is a fine coach and truly cares about his players. Given the fact that he will honor your scholarship during your recovery, say a lot about the man who you’ll play for during your college career. Get well and I look forward to seeing you in action soon.
GSU Football coming in 2010. Panther Pride!!
By Mark
October 20, 2008 9:19 AM | Link to this
Aaron, I was not a Georgia fan until Coach Richt came aboard. He is a fine coach and truly cares about his players. Given the fact that he will honor your scholarship during your recovery, say a lot about the man who you’ll play for during your college career. Get well and I look forward to seeing you in action soon.
GSU Football coming in 2010. Panther Pride!!
By Mike
October 20, 2008 9:35 AM | Link to this
This is sort of a moot point. Georgia’s going to lose to LSU and Florida and probably drop another one to UK, Auburn or Tech.
You can disguise a weak offensive line against mediocre teams, but it’ll get exposed against good ones. See Clemson.
By Fred
October 20, 2008 9:50 AM | Link to this
Mark-
Before you start throwing pedals at Richt’s feet every college coach in America would do the same thing. The same thing happened last year with a player from SC who had cancer. I think Spurrier, Saban and Tubberville all assured him that he would still get a scholly. But hey Richt is a saint and I’m sure he’ll call for another celebration penalty and all the dawg fans will say that was just good sportsmanship or a classsy thing to do. The Gators are not going to be so kind this year.
By BigNCDAWG
October 20, 2008 10:10 AM | Link to this
For several of you jacket fans that posted nice things, thanks. Arron will be a great QB at GA. Get healed soon. Can’t wait to see you play. To Fred, you are wrong, not every coach in the U.S. would honor a comment and very few coaches are a class act.
By fredisanidiot
October 20, 2008 10:22 AM | Link to this
Pedals, Fred? You are an idiot. Go Dawgs!
By edward
October 20, 2008 10:29 AM | Link to this
to all the gator fans on here hating on the bulldogs get ready to lose two years in a row!! STEVE I HOPE SOMEONE BREAKS UR LEG AND STICKS IT UP YOUR A*!!! LOL. get ready for a heavy dose of moreno, stafford, aj. green and the rest of the dawgs!! oh and lsu ur the next victim!!! get out the shovels and bury the rest of the sec cause georgia is gonna go all the way to the title game when they beat alabama in the sec title game!!! REVENGE IS SWEET!! GO DAWGS!!!!!!
By edward
October 20, 2008 10:32 AM | Link to this
to all the gator fans on here hating on the bulldogs get ready to lose two years in a row!! STEVE I HOPE SOMEONE BREAKS UR LEG AND STICKS IT UP YOUR A*!!! LOL. get ready for a heavy dose of moreno, stafford, aj. green and the rest of the dawgs!! oh and lsu ur the next victim!!! get out the shovels and bury the rest of the sec cause georgia is gonna go all the way to the title game when they beat alabama in the sec title game!!! REVENGE IS SWEET!! GO DAWGS!!!!!!
By edward
October 20, 2008 10:33 AM | Link to this
to all the gator fans on here hating on the bulldogs get ready to lose two years in a row!! STEVE I HOPE SOMEONE BREAKS UR LEG AND STICKS IT UP YOUR A*!!! LOL. get ready for a heavy dose of moreno, stafford, aj. green and the rest of the dawgs!! oh and lsu ur the next victim!!! get out the shovels and bury the rest of the sec cause georgia is gonna go all the way to the title game when they beat alabama in the sec title game!!! REVENGE IS SWEET!! GO DAWGS!!!!!!
By edward
October 20, 2008 10:35 AM | Link to this
to all the gator fans on here hating on the bulldogs get ready to lose two years in a row!! STEVE I HOPE SOMEONE BREAKS UR LEG AND STICKS IT UP YOUR A*!!! LOL. get ready for a heavy dose of moreno, stafford, aj. green and the rest of the dawgs!! oh and lsu ur the next victim!!! get out the shovels and bury the rest of the sec cause georgia is gonna go all the way to the title game when they beat alabama in the sec title game!!! REVENGE IS SWEET!! GO DAWGS!!!!!!
By Kendawg
October 20, 2008 11:24 AM | Link to this
Fred, it’s petals, not pedals. I don’t know what school you represent, but you’re a credit to their educational values. Here’s hoping for a speedy recovery for Aaron. I don’t think every coach in the U.S. would honor a commitment to an injured athlete. That’s just one of the things that makes CMR a special person. We’re lucky to have him at UGA.
By D.Ellis
October 20, 2008 12:59 PM | Link to this
Did I miss the article about Wooten the WR changing from LSU to UGA on Saturday?
By CrimsonRedScarlett
October 20, 2008 1:06 PM | Link to this
To Steve:I am happy that you are a Gator, as I would really despise being associated with you in any fashion. Richt and UGA have shown a sense of honor in this case. It is something that should be noted by many. I remember a sityation back in the 80’s when Villanova honored a player’s basketball schoilarsship afyer it was determined that he had Marfan’s syndrome (a congenital heart condition).
By RickyJ4PREZofUGA
October 20, 2008 1:39 PM | Link to this
Steve?? C’mon dude…dude!!! “so the gators can take his whole darn leg off” man please…just do is coming in Jax…u might know who this is by the way!!! Whooooooo
By OldDawg55
October 20, 2008 2:11 PM | Link to this
Tough break, Aaron..no pun intended! You’ve already proven you’re a damn good Dawg with your loyalty and recruiting efforts..be sure and bring Charles with you! Take care, rehab hard and we’ll see you next year! Hope Plant makes it to the post season!..and Ricky, it’s “just due”…good luck if you’re running for prez of the student association.
By HVL Dawg
October 20, 2008 2:53 PM | Link to this
Aaron, Don’t forget to study hard we have a university here too.
Bulldawg forever! Damn straight!
By Decatur Bred
October 20, 2008 3:47 PM | Link to this
“UGA honors scholarship …. to Aaron Murray”, did anybody think we wouldn’t? This injury won’t have much affect much on his time at Georgia so why wouldn’t they honor? Get well soon Aaron!! God Bless You!!
By CMR
October 20, 2008 3:48 PM | Link to this
Somebody bail these “boys” out of jail… We got a football game to play this weekend! We can’t be bogged down with all this inconsequential stuff like breaking the law!
I am following my lead from Bobby!!!
now, back to the tanning booth and hair salon!
By CMR
October 20, 2008 3:48 PM | Link to this
Somebody bail these “boys” out of jail… We got a football game to play this weekend! We can’t be bogged down with all this inconsequential stuff like breaking the law!
I am following my lead from Bobby!!!
now, back to the tanning booth and hair salon!
By CMR
October 20, 2008 3:48 PM | Link to this
Somebody bail these “boys” out of jail… We got a football game to play this weekend! We can’t be bogged down with all this inconsequential stuff like breaking the law!
I am following my lead from Bobby!!!
now, back to the tanning booth and hair salon!
By spudrick
October 20, 2008 4:36 PM | Link to this
I currently live in Tampa and I saw this kid play last Friday; he is the real deal. He reminds me of Eric Zeier.
By spudrick
October 20, 2008 4:40 PM | Link to this
I currently live in Tampa and I saw this kid play last Friday; he is the real deal. He reminds me of Eric Zeier.
By Michael Carvell
October 20, 2008 6:51 PM | Link to this
Aaron Murray has given me permission to post his email address for those wanting to send get-well notes, etc. It’s aaron11qb@yahoo.com.
By dwayne
October 21, 2008 12:46 PM | Link to this
uga needs to get some db’s..The ones they have can’t cover anyone…
By MARIETTA DAWG
October 22, 2008 10:15 AM | Link to this
ONCE A DAWG ALWAYS A DAWG Aaron the Bulldawg Nation wishes you a speedy recovery. AIN’T IT GREAT TO BE GEORGIA BULLDAWG — RED AND BLACK FOREVER See ya in Athens…
By B-Rad-G
October 22, 2008 12:11 PM | Link to this
Steve , has proven the fact that Florida Gator fans are pompous pricks !!! Not too mention somewhat inbred !! Im a Dawg fan living in florida so trust me when i say , gator fans are the whiniest , cry baby , sore losers , i have ever seen in my life !!! Thus there coach being named Urban Crier !!! LOL !!! Gators suck , Teblow sucks , and Ole Miss took yall to school !!! LOL !! How funny is that ?
By B-Rad-G
October 22, 2008 12:11 PM | Link to this
Steve , has proven the fact that Florida Gator fans are pompous pricks !!! Not too mention somewhat inbred !! Im a Dawg fan living in florida so trust me when i say , gator fans are the whiniest , cry baby , sore losers , i have ever seen in my life !!! Thus there coach being named Urban Crier !!! LOL !!! Gators suck , Teblow sucks , and Ole Miss took yall to school !!! LOL !! How funny is that ?
By B-Rad-G
October 22, 2008 12:13 PM | Link to this
Steve , has proven the fact that Florida Gator fans are pompous pricks !!! Not too mention somewhat inbred !! Im a Dawg fan living in florida so trust me when i say , gator fans are the whiniest , cry baby , sore losers , i have ever seen in my life !!! Thus there coach being named Urban Crier !!! LOL !!! Gators suck , Teblow sucks , and Ole Miss took yall to school !!! LOL !! How funny is that ?
By B-Rad-G
October 22, 2008 12:13 PM | Link to this
Steve , has proven the fact that Florida Gator fans are pompous pricks !!! Not too mention somewhat inbred !! Im a Dawg fan living in florida so trust me when i say , gator fans are the whiniest , cry baby , sore losers , i have ever seen in my life !!! Thus there coach being named Urban Crier !!! LOL !!! Gators suck , Teblow sucks , and Ole Miss took yall to school !!! LOL !! How funny is that ?
By B-Rad-G
October 22, 2008 12:15 PM | Link to this
Steve , has proven the fact that Florida Gator fans are pompous pricks !!! Not too mention somewhat inbred !! Im a Dawg fan living in florida so trust me when i say , gator fans are the whiniest , cry baby , sore losers , i have ever seen in my life !!! Thus there coach being named Urban Crier !!! LOL !!! Gators suck , Teblow sucks , and Ole Miss took yall to school !!! LOL !! How funny is that ?
By B-Rad-G
October 22, 2008 12:15 PM | Link to this
Steve , has proven the fact that Florida Gator fans are pompous pricks !!! Not too mention somewhat inbred !! Im a Dawg fan living in florida so trust me when i say , gator fans are the whiniest , cry baby , sore losers , i have ever seen in my life !!! Thus there coach being named Urban Crier !!! LOL !!! Gators suck , Teblow sucks , and Ole Miss took yall to school !!! LOL !! How funny is that ?
By B-Rad-G
October 22, 2008 12:17 PM | Link to this
Steve , has proven the fact that Florida Gator fans are pompous pricks !!! Not too mention somewhat inbred !! Im a Dawg fan living in florida so trust me when i say , gator fans are the whiniest , cry baby , sore losers , i have ever seen in my life !!! Thus there coach being named Urban Crier !!! LOL !!! Gators suck , Teblow sucks , and Ole Miss took yall to school !!! LOL !! How funny is that ?
By asswipe
October 22, 2008 11:22 PM | Link to this
I can’t think of nothing to say!