Clint Fagan after Molina was called out on a close play at first.

ATHENS, Ga. -- It was not just another scrimmage for Nick Chubb.It was a big deal, Chubb said of the milestone in his comeback from a gruesome knee injury.Last Saturday was the first time Chubb, Georgias star tailback, was tackled since the injury. The scrimmage was his first chance for confirmation that the three surgically repaired ligaments and cartilage in his left knee were healed and ready for the rigors of a season.Chubb said Wednesday there was no soreness in the knee following the important test.Not at all, he said. I feel better, actually. Just the mental part of getting out there.His comeback may be the biggest key to Georgias hopes for success under first-year coach Kirby Smart, perhaps even more important than the ongoing quarterback competition. Chubb was the Bulldogs best player and biggest star, successfully replacing Todd Gurley, before his 2015 season ended on the first play against Tennessee on Oct. 10.For Chubb, the scrimmage at Sanford Stadium was crucial to his comeback.I wanted to feel as if Im with the team and play live and get taken to the ground, just for myself, just to get back to the feel of actually getting tackled, he said.Chubb didnt hesitate when asked if he remembered the all-important first tackle.It was J-O, he said, referring to outside linebacker Johnny ONeal. When it happened, I was making sure my body wasnt bending the other way.Chubb didnt have to say he was just making sure it wasnt like the play that ended his 2015 season. He was running left when hit low by Tennessee cornerback Emmanuel Moseley. That hit sent both of Chubbs feet off the ground, and when he landed and tried to plant his left leg, he was hit again by linebacker Jalen Reeves-Maybin. His left leg bent in such an unnatural and disturbing fashion that there was little question the injury would be severe.The posterior cruciate and two other ligaments were torn. There was cartilage damage, but the anterior cruciate ligament was not torn and there was no nerve damage.The injury ended Chubbs school-record streak of 13 straight games rushing for at least 100 yards. At the time of the injury, he ranked second in the Southeastern Conference with 745 rushing yards, averaging 8.2 yards per carry. With Chubb, Georgia ranked second in the SEC in rushing. Despite a strong season from backup Sony Michel, the Bulldogs finished sixth in rushing.Michel is recovering from a broken forearm, leaving his status for start of the season in doubt. He has been wearing a cast on the forearm and was held out of the scrimmage.Chubb said he scored two touchdowns in the scrimmage.Smart said Chubb got tackled and did well with it. It was important to him to get over that psychologically.Seeing Chubb clear the test was a morale boost for his teammates.As youve seen, Nick hasnt missed a beat, senior offensive tackle Greg Pyke said. Hes pretty much better, faster, stronger. That kid is one of the hardest working people in this building.Chubb stopped short of declaring himself ready for the Sept. 3 opener against North Carolina.For me, you just never know until that day comes, he said.Chubb said he doesnt feel an extra burden to take pressure off the starting quarterback. Freshman Jacob Eason is trying to beat out returning starter Greyson Lambert and Brice Ramsey.Smart and his staff made a move this week that reflected confidence in the tailback position. Shaquery Wilson, who moved from wide receiver to tailback in spring practice, is now working at both positions.Other options at tailback include Brendan Douglas, Tae Crowder and freshmen Brian Herrien and Elijah Holyfield.If Im not out there, well be in good hands, Chubb said.Chubb said Herrien reminds him of Michel because he can kind of do it all and wiggle a little bit.Holyfield, the son of the former boxing champion Evander Holyfield, runs more like Chubb.Hes a powerful downhill back, Chubb said.Chubb said wearing a brace to protect the knee is different but added, I feel good when I have it on.He had more good news for Georgia fans: Yeah, I still have my speed.---AP college football website: http://collegefootball.ap.org Cincinnati Reds Pro Shop . -- Golden State Warriors coach Mark Jackson asked his players a simple question during Fridays morning shootaround: How many of them had ever been on a team 14 games over . Stitched Reds Jerseys https://www.cheapredsjerseys.us/ . 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Buster Posey, who entered the game in a 2 for 20 skid, went 4 for 4 with two doubles to pace an 11-hit attack. Gaudin (1-1), in his first start since Sept. 28, 2009 as a member of the New York Yankees, allowed four hits and two runs, both coming on David Freeses homer in the fourth. He struck out five and did not walk a batter. Gaudin, who set the side down in order in four of six innings, is temporarily replacing Ryan Vogelsong in the rotation. Vogelsong broke several bones in his right hand May 20. "It was nice," Gaudin said of the starting assignment, "I made a couple of minor league starts, but it was refreshing to get back out there and do that." San Francisco manager Bruce Bochy said Gaudins performance came at a perfect time for his beleaguered staff. "He gave us a huge shot in the arm," he said. "He went out there and threw quality strikes and actually went a little further than we ever thought." 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"A much-needed win after yesterday," Bochy said. St. Louis beat the Giants 8-0 and 7-1 in a day-night doubleheader on Saturday. St. Louis manager Mike Matheny and catcher Yadier Molina were ejected in the third inning by first base umpire Clint Fagan after Molina was called out on a close play at first. Molina slammed his helmet to the ground after the call and was immediately thrown out for the third time in his career. Matheny came out to protect Molina and was ejected for the third time as a manager. "I know I was out," Molina said. "I was just upset with myself." NOTES: St. Louis has used eight pitchers age 25 and younger this season including Lyons, 25. .... The Cardinals host Arizona in a four-game series beginning Monday. Lance Lynn (7-1, 2.91) will face Trevor Cahill (3-5, 2.88). The Giants have an off day Monday before hosting Toronto in a two-game set starting Tuesday. Tim Lincecum (3-5, 5.12) goes against Josh Johnson (0-1, 6.86). San Francisco OF Angel Pagan missed his eighth successive game with a strained left hamstring. ... Giants IF Pablo Sandoval, who last played on Thursday, could be out as much as a week with a strain in his left foot. ... St. Louis OF Jon Jay broke out of a 1-for-27 skid with a third-inning single. ... St. Louis INF Matt Carpenter extended his hitting streak to 11 games with a single in the third inning. ' ' '