Drake Jackson has been in their position before.
So Kentucky’s center, who played in his first collegiate games a year ago, has tried to do what he can to help left tackles Naasir Watkins and E.J. Price get ready.
“You’re going to be nervous going in there, but after a few series, it’s just about playing football again,” Jackson said he told the two players, who probably will be splitting reps against Central Michigan on Saturday.
This is not the scenario Kentucky envisioned for the season opener against the Chippewas. The Cats had seemed settled at their starting offensive line spots with five guys who had played their positions previously and seemed ready for breakout seasons.