This story should not come as a surprise to too many people as Ken Malcome has tussled with the idea of transferring once before, but this time his decision is sure to stick. In mid-December, there was some chatter about Malcome’s continuing unrest in Georgia’s backfield; It was clear then that he wasn’t happy with the division of playing time amongst the running backs, and was searching for a solution; obviously he didn’t find one and finally decided his best option was to leave and start fresh someplace else. “I have made this decision because I think I can get more playing time some place else,” Malcome said in a statement. “I have enjoyed my time at Georgia and appreciate the opportunity that Coach (Mark) Richt and the other coaches have given me here. I look forward to my next challenge.” (Anthony Dasher, ugasports) With Richard Samuel graduating, Georgia’s depth at running back will take a small hit, but not nearly as significant as the one it was dealt in 2010 when the depart...
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