Ainge picked to start against LSU

  • Posted September 19, 2005 at midnight
Tennessee coach Phillip Fulmer has decided to take care of this week’s quarterback controversy early.

On Monday, he announced sophomore Erik Ainge will start at LSU on Saturday night.

Fulmer said he based the decision on Ainge’s arm strength and mobility — two qualities at which he is considered stronger than senior Rick Clausen who started against Florida.

Fulmer acknowledged a need to get the issue settled early so Ainge would not have to look over his shoulder all week waiting for a decision.

This will be the second time in three games Fulmer has switched starters. Ainge started the opener against UAB.

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