Knee injury ends Greg Reid's season

Greg Reid had blossomed into a second-team preseason All-America defensive back and Florida State and already was one of the nation's top punt returners.

But he was kicked off the team by coach Jimbo Fisher this month for what was described as a violation of team rules.

Reid, a senior, then transferred to Division II Valdosta State in his hometown of Valdosta, Ga., and was in line to start for the Blazers in their season opener Saturday.

But Wednesday morning, coach David Dean confirmed that Reid suffered a torn ACL in practice last week and is out for the season.

Dean told The Valdosta Daily Times that Reid was injured while returning a punt.

"It is frustrating right now," Dean said. "He came into camp a little late and he gets injured. I know he is frustrated about it. It was a non-contact deal."

Reid does have a redshirt season available.

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BC receiver Swigert out with knee injury

Boston College receiver Bobby Swigert will miss the season opener next week against Miami with a left knee injury, coach Frank Spaziani announced Friday.

Swigert was hurt during the team scrimmage Wednesday after making his only catch. In the announcement, Spaziani said Swigert will be out for several weeks. Expected to start this season, Swigert appeared in all 12 games last season and led the Eagles with 44 catches for 470 yards and three touchdowns.

Injuries are really mounting for the Eagles, who will be without at least three starters against Miami. Tight end Chris Pantale (foot) and cornerback Al Louis-Jean (foot) also are out for the Miami game. Running backs Rolandan Finch, Andre Williams and Tahj Kimble also have been banged up during preseason camp.

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