Probably been answered before, but I couldn't find it using the search feature.

I guaranteed Robert Jones for Fort Hays State in Phelan a start and he plays 20 minutes a game. I got this message last night after my conference opener.

Coach, Jones won't miss any time due to his torn rotator cuff. I'd say he's around 60% right now.

My recommendation would be to sit him and let's see how he recovers. Putting him out there now could lead to another injury and I'm not even sure how effective he'd be.

Debra Sampson
Head Trainer
Fort Hays State University

How long, if it's even an option, can I sit him before he gets upset? I sat him for my next game, but don't want to go more than 1 without knowing for sure.

Also to add, he did not enter the game at any point, so his statline still says 11 gp/11 started. He's at 72 percent after resting for one game.

I have no idea, but I am interested in the answer to this, as I tend to recruit lower durability players and the new release will have me facing a lot of injuries I think.

Bump.. anyone?

Last season I had a player that i guaranteed a start and 10 minutes to. He had a bummed ankle and was at 80% half way through the season. I sat him on rest for 3 straight games until he was at 96% and he didn't complain a bit. No problems. That is my experience so take it for what it is worth. Good luck!

I've had the same experience as jj. I sat a guy I promised a start and 20 min's, for 4 games after an injury and he didn't complain.

Quote: Originally posted by jerkstore33 on 5/05/2010I've had the same experience as jj.  I sat a guy I promised a start and 20 min's, for 4 games after an injury and he didn't complain.   

Thanks fellas. That's good to know, I don't want to play him until he's at least 80 percent, so I'll let him rest for one more game although this is a big one for me tonight so not having him will suck :[

Rest doesn't affect your promise. But, bringing him back as a sub or reducing his minutes could cause him to complain.