Beanie Wells - Doubtful (Gunshot)

This was the sickening scene two Saturdays ago during Ohio State's drubbing of Youngstown State. The Buckeyes' conquering hero when down in a split second, no doubt the victim of sniper fire. Words couldn't express the deep pain and sadness felt by Buckeye Nation. These feelings which normally lay dormant until an early-January crushing defeat, were all too real in a matter of moments.

"I don't understand it, one moment he was eluding a limp-wristed arm tackle by a Division I-AA opponent. Then all of a sudden he dropped the ball and fell in a heap, screaming in agony," said senior QB Todd Boeckman. The Zapruder-like video below shows the incident although there is no actual video of any gunman. It can be assumed that he was shot, given the fact that he dropped the ball and seeing the immense pain Wells was experiencing.



Conspiracy theorists suggest a fanatical USC booster could be the culprit. Recent "improper benefits" allegations have plagued USC's program so money is tight. Only the first string and select second teamers have been awarded with traditionally lavish gifts so they have had to look elsewhere to get an edge on the competition. It looks like they may have succeeded as Beanie is listed as doubtful for the game.