Freshman linebacker Ernest Jones has a fracture in his back and will miss spring practice, South Carolina head coach Will Muschamp announced Wednesday.
The injury was something suffered in high school, Muschamp said. Jones is expected to return in time for preseason practice.
USC’s spring practice starts Feb. 28. The spring game is noon March 31.
Other injury news reported by Muschamp:
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u25aa Linebacker Bryson Allen-Williams (shoulder) is participating in winter workouts and will be limited this spring.