I read where Hawaii's QB (Chang) was knocked out with a sprained knee but later returned only to reinjure it. He then had to be removed from the field in a wheelchair. Anyone know of his injury and his ability to play this week against Alabama? Thanks---
Hawaii QB Question
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Jones has some confidence in Withy-Allen and the other backup. But Withy-Allen did not play well vs Cincinnati.
Withy-Allen is probably a better runner than Chang, but not the passer that Chang is. His running skills will probably not bother a team of Bama's caliber unless they have given up after last week's pitiful performance. And, yes, it was definitely a cheap shot (this one penalixed) that knocked him out for good. In fact, there was a little riot after the game precipitated by the cheap shot.
while i was surfing.......found this.....
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Posted on: Monday, November 25, 2002 935pm
Warriors' Chang might play Saturday despite knee injury
University of Hawai'i quarterback Tim Chang has a slightly torn medial collateral ligament in his left knee, but the injury is not expected to prevent him from playing in Saturday's nationally televised game against Alabama.
University of Hawai'i quarterback Tim Chang's father said his son was doing OK and probably would play against Alabama.
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In the second quarter of Saturday night's 20-19 victory over Cincinnati, Chang suffered what UH medical officials described as a sprained knee. By definition, all sprains involve some degree of tearing.
Chang did not play in the third quarter, but came back to throw the go-ahead touchdown pass to Jeremiah Cockheran.
Then on UH's final possession, Cincinnati linebacker Tyjuan Hagler struck Chang's left knee with a lunging tackle after the quarterback had thrown a pass. Chang was helped off the field, and treated in the training room.
Post-game X-rays did not show any fractures or cartilage damage.
Yesterday, Chang underwent a magnetic resonance imaging, and preliminary results from that procedure did not show significant damage to his left medial collateral ligament. An MRI uses magnetic fields to create an image of the body's interior. It is regarded as one of the most thorough detection procedures.
UH coach June Jones said he was told that Chang's condition was no worse than what it was after he was injured in the second quarter.
"He was pretty emotional about it and upset because he was hurting (in the fourth quarter), and then to take a shot like that on it," Jones said.
Jones said he is hopeful Chang will practice this week.
"If he can practice Thursday and Friday, he'll try to play," Jones said.
Chang declined to comment after Saturday's game, and UH officials did not make him available to the media yesterday.
But after the game, Levi Chang said his son was doing OK and probably would play against Alabama.
Yesterday, Jones disputed Hagler's version of the fourth-quarter hit, which resulted in a personal foul.
Hagler told The Advertiser: "I was pushed into (Chang), and they called it on me. I didn't try to hurt him."
Jones said: "I thought (Hagler) was playing really hard. It looked like he could have avoided the hit to the leg. But he was not blocked into it."
Television replays showed that Hagler was not blocked into Chang, although it appeared he either lost his footing on the artificial turf or tripped over UH running back Thero Mitchell's foot while charging toward Chang.
Either way, Jones said, "I would certainly hope that he would not have done that intentionally."
UH left guard Shayne Kajioka, who suffered a sprained right knee while blocking on a running play, is expected to play against Alabama.
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Posted on: Monday, November 25, 2002 935pm
Warriors' Chang might play Saturday despite knee injury
University of Hawai'i quarterback Tim Chang has a slightly torn medial collateral ligament in his left knee, but the injury is not expected to prevent him from playing in Saturday's nationally televised game against Alabama.
University of Hawai'i quarterback Tim Chang's father said his son was doing OK and probably would play against Alabama.
Advertiser library photo
In the second quarter of Saturday night's 20-19 victory over Cincinnati, Chang suffered what UH medical officials described as a sprained knee. By definition, all sprains involve some degree of tearing.
Chang did not play in the third quarter, but came back to throw the go-ahead touchdown pass to Jeremiah Cockheran.
Then on UH's final possession, Cincinnati linebacker Tyjuan Hagler struck Chang's left knee with a lunging tackle after the quarterback had thrown a pass. Chang was helped off the field, and treated in the training room.
Post-game X-rays did not show any fractures or cartilage damage.
Yesterday, Chang underwent a magnetic resonance imaging, and preliminary results from that procedure did not show significant damage to his left medial collateral ligament. An MRI uses magnetic fields to create an image of the body's interior. It is regarded as one of the most thorough detection procedures.
UH coach June Jones said he was told that Chang's condition was no worse than what it was after he was injured in the second quarter.
"He was pretty emotional about it and upset because he was hurting (in the fourth quarter), and then to take a shot like that on it," Jones said.
Jones said he is hopeful Chang will practice this week.
"If he can practice Thursday and Friday, he'll try to play," Jones said.
Chang declined to comment after Saturday's game, and UH officials did not make him available to the media yesterday.
But after the game, Levi Chang said his son was doing OK and probably would play against Alabama.
Yesterday, Jones disputed Hagler's version of the fourth-quarter hit, which resulted in a personal foul.
Hagler told The Advertiser: "I was pushed into (Chang), and they called it on me. I didn't try to hurt him."
Jones said: "I thought (Hagler) was playing really hard. It looked like he could have avoided the hit to the leg. But he was not blocked into it."
Television replays showed that Hagler was not blocked into Chang, although it appeared he either lost his footing on the artificial turf or tripped over UH running back Thero Mitchell's foot while charging toward Chang.
Either way, Jones said, "I would certainly hope that he would not have done that intentionally."
UH left guard Shayne Kajioka, who suffered a sprained right knee while blocking on a running play, is expected to play against Alabama.
Thanks to all for the info...... I have this game on my weekly sheet and needed the information. It seems the Rainbows haven't played the same type of schedule as the Tide and their offense without Chang is suspect. I will be taking Alabama on the sheet but may have to lay off of this game straight up! 
Thanks again for the insight!
Thanks again for the insight!
Chang update: Possibility that he might not play this week. Jones not as worried about Chang's knee but is very concerned about Chang's thumb on his throwing hand. It is badly sprained and if he cannot grip and throw, there is no way Chang plays. Will try to keep you informed. Believe this to be vital as Chang's backups will be no match for the Alabama "D" line. They do not have the quick release and decision making skills like Chang. At least with Chang in there, Hawaii has a decent chance to put up a good "fight" but if he is out, Hawaii could be blown out. JMHO.
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As of today, Chang is probable but thumb still giving him problems. He says he will start but Jones says a lot will depend on how he is able to throw. Should have a better idea after tomorrow's practice. Will keep the forum informed.
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