Proving you have to get up pretty early to out-bad news Field Gulls.
Kerney is in Birmingham, Ala., to have exploratory surgery on his painful shoulder. It will be performed by Dr. James Andrews, the same specialist who repaired a torn labrum in Kerney's shoulder in January.
Yay, extended tryout for Baraka Atkins! Exploratory surgery is merely the prelude to doom, so back down that shotgun pal, there's time yet to say bye to your loved ones. I'll center the Tape around Tapp, Jackson and yes, red-headed inept child, Atkins. Here's a hint: Your top pass rusher from Sunday: Craig Terrill.