Tennessee senior fullback David Holbert underwent a second successful surgery Friday on his left knee, according to head athletic trainer Jason McVeigh.
Holbert suffered the knee injury during a March 29 scrimmage at Neyland Stadium.
“This was the second and final surgery resulting from the injury sustained in spring practice,” McVeigh said in a release. “David will miss the 2008 football season.”
Drs. Greg Mathien and Russell Betcher of Knoxville Orthopedic Clinic performed the surgery at UT Medical Center.
Holbert missed the entire 2007 season after suffering a preseason injury to his right knee.
It is unclear whether Holbert will seek a sixth year of eligibility.
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