Early birds

Yes, spring football practice in February does seem a bit odd.

But it's not like LSU is the only one out there doing it.

Tennesee opened spring practice today. Texas is getting ready to open spring practice. And LSU is beginning spring drills on Monday.

Besides being three promient football programs, these schools all share warm weather climates.

There is a method to this madness.

Some coaches like to talk about starting early helping in the development of players. Some like the extra time to rehab any injuries from spring. Some like the fact that spring break doesn't break up spring drills. And some like practicing during March Madness so they go under the radar.

See there are reasons for winter workouts, uh, I mean spring football.