Hugh Freeze updates Week 10 status for Auburn WR Cam Coleman
By Jake Faigus
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There have been many issues with the Auburn offense this season. The Tigers have struggled through the air, but they have talent in this receiving corps that makes a difference. Former 5-star receiver and Alabama native Cam Coleman is one of those difference-makers. After a brief injury scare in the Arkansas game, Coleman appears to be trending toward playing on Saturday when Auburn hosts Kentucky.
Coleman was listed as questionable on the team’s availability report Wednesday night. Head coach Hugh Freeze clarified at Thursday’s media availability that Coleman, who is battling an ankle injury, will look to “give it a go” against the Wildcats.
“He went through (practice). Obviously, today is a jog through and he did do that and looked good doing it,” Freeze said. “Tells me he feels pretty good. He’s gonna give it a go. He wants to play and he’s going to give everything he can to do that.”
Coleman avoided a high-ankle sprain in the 33-24 win over Arkansas. The first sign of optimism was when Freeze said on Monday that the diagnosis was not nearly as bad as they initially feared. Coleman stayed on the field for a few minutes in the first quarter after Arkansas defensive back Stephen Dix Jr. rolled up on Coleman’s leg from behind.
Coleman immediately limped off the field and straight into the medical tent. After being examined for several minutes, he tested his ankle on the sideline. He was cleared to return for the second half of the game, but did not record a catch and finished with two receptions for 27 yards and one touchdown.
Coleman’s availability against Kentucky is massive for this Auburn offense, and he will be the primary target for whoever starts at quarterback for the Tigers.
Freeze also said that kicker Connor Gibbs — also listed as questionable — is battling a strained hip flexor but will “give it a go.” Wideout Malcom Simmons is dealing with a hyperextended knee that he suffered during Tuesday’s practice.
Defensive lineman Jourdin Crawford was characterized by Freeze on Thursday as “doubtful” to play.
Freeze also said that running back Durell Robinson is “full go” and will play against Kentucky. Robinson hasn’t played since Week 2.
