21.   Muench said Ertl could possibly compete with a special brace but advised against it.

22.   Vick, a leading Heisman Trophy contender, tried out a special orthotic brace that is molded to fit his foot and could be worn in a game.

23.   Galfione, who took the decison after taking medical advice, had been using a special brace all season to protect his back.

24.   He will then wear a special brace as his rehabilitation begins and is expected to be out for six months.