Reporters' Notebooks

Wally Hall, Arkansas Democrat-Gazette: Lousiana State offensive lineman Herman Johnson, all 6-feet-8, 350 pounds of him, is listed as one of the largest babies ever born in Louisiana, 15 pounds 14 ounces.

Kevin Scarbinsky, Birmingham News: To coaches, the meaning of "open" and "closed" practices are open for interpretation. Open usually means for a price.

Joseph Goodman, Miami Herald: Receiver Percy Harvin is not a team leader. Does it matter to Florida's success?

Randy Peterson, Des Moines Register: Iowa will be without two starters for its opener against Maine. Tight end Tony Moeaki has a foot injury and receiver Trey Stross is having hamstring problems.

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