BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University All-America quarterback Armanti Edwards will be sidelined for 2-4 weeks of practice after su
staining a foot injury in an accident at his off-campus residence on Wednesday afternoon.Edwards was mowing the lawn at his residence when his right foot was injured by the lawnmower. Roommate and teammate Brian Quick transported the 2008 Walter Payton Award winner to Watauga Medical Center, where he was treated and released.
At this time, Edwards is expected to be behind center when Appalachian opens the 2009 campaign on Sept. 5 at in-state rival East Carolina.
“First of all, we’re all fortunate and grateful that Armanti wasn’t more seriously injured in this accident,” head coach Jerry Moore said. “It’s unfortunate for him because he has put a lot of energy into being a great leader on and off the field this summer. He has been instrumental in orchestrating voluntary workouts with his teammates while also putting in the academic work — with classes and an internship — that will allow him to graduate in three-and-a-half years this December. But, as he’s demonstrated many times, his toughness is second-to-none, so I’m confident that he’ll be back on the field with his teammates as soon as possible.”
Appalachian opens practices in preparation for the 2009 season on Friday.
