EUGENE - Oregon senior guard Carson York wouldn't give up much information during Monday's media day regarding the health of his right knee, injured seven months ago during the Ducks' Rose Bowl victory over Wisconsin.

"You know how it is..." he said regarding UO's policy on not discussing injuries. "If I wasn't practicing today I'd say the same thing as if I was. You're not going to get much out of it."

Be that as it may, the large vertical scar on his right knee begged the question?

Will the fourth-year starter, anchor and leader of Oregon's offensive line be ready for the season opener on Sept. 1?

Before York clammed up on the details regarding his knee, he expressed optimism that he expects to be fully recovered and ready to go this season.

"It feels better right now than it ever has before," York said. "I'm pretty confident but we'll find out more today. It's my senior year so the trainer would have to keep me out."

When asked to give a percentage in regards to the health of his knee, York responded: "100 as far as I know. I haven't played football in a year. I've run around on it a bit and lifted weights."

York, barely off crutches when spring drills began in April, suited up for practices but his participation was limited. York primarily worked with strength and conditioning coach Jim Radcliffe on increasing his knee's mobility.

Now he expects to put his knee to the test. Details not forthcoming. The mystery surrounding his recovery will ultimately be answered when the team takes the field against Arkansas State.

--Aaron Fentress

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