Texas Tech football starting defensive back out for season opener with injury
Malik Dunlap expected to miss first game of season
Texas Tech football starting defensive back Malik Dunlap is expected to miss the season opener against Murray State on Sept. 1 due to an injury, according to head coach Joey McGuire.
Dunlap, a senior, suffered the injury during practice on Monday. The extent of his injury has not been disclosed.
Dunlap is a key member of the Red Raiders' defense
Dunlap is a key member of the Red Raiders' defense. He started 11 games last season and recorded 38 tackles and two interceptions.
His absence will be a blow to the Red Raiders' defense, which is already thin in the secondary. Texas Tech is expected to start two true freshmen at cornerback in the season opener.
Redshirt freshman John Paul Richardson expected to start in place of Dunlap
Redshirt freshman John Paul Richardson is expected to start in place of Dunlap in the season opener. Richardson played in four games last season and recorded four tackles.
Richardson is a talented player with a lot of potential. However, he is still inexperienced and will need to step up in a big way if the Red Raiders want to have a successful season.
Texas Tech will need to find a way to replace Dunlap's production
Texas Tech will need to find a way to replace Dunlap's production on the field. The Red Raiders have a number of talented players in the secondary, but none of them have the same experience as Dunlap.
The Red Raiders may need to move some players around in order to fill the void left by Dunlap. They could also look to add a graduate transfer or junior college player to the roster.
Dunlap's injury is a setback for the Red Raiders, but it is not a season-ending injury
Dunlap's injury is a setback for the Red Raiders, but it is not a season-ending injury. He is expected to return to the lineup later this season.
In the meantime, the Red Raiders will need to find a way to replace Dunlap's production on the field. They have the talent to do it, but they will need to step up in a big way if they want to have a successful season.
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