University of Miami coach Mark Richt made sure preseason All-American safety Jaquan Johnson did not play the past two games after he injured his right hamstring just before halftime at Toledo on Sept. 15.
Smart move.
The No. 17 Canes (4-1, 1-0) are preparing to meet arch-rival Florida State (3-2, 1-2 Atlantic Coast Conference) at 3:30 p.m. Saturday (ABC) at Hard Rock Stadium. UM is a 12 1/2-point favorite.
Johnson, a senior who is considered one of the top safeties in college football, on Tuesday appeared to return fully to practice — at least during the media’s 15 minutes of viewing.