THURSDAY AFTERNOON ONE-LINERS

Ohio State’s defense will have two quarters to get their shots in at quarterback Terrelle Pryor during Saturday’s spring game.Youthful secondary is expected to be the backbone of UCLA’s defense.Kentucky wide receiver Aaron Boyd is getting a little help from his brother and ex-Wildcat quarterback Shane Boyd.Seattle Times: Washington football coaches say quarterback Jake Locker‘s passing and decision-making show vast improvement the past week.Washington offensive lineman combined to lose 200 pounds this offseason.Los Angeles Daily News: After seeing little action in his first two seasons at USC, junior linebacker Malcolm Smith set to make his mark at one of Trojans’ most storied positions.The Orlando Sentinel says Florida’s getting used to early commitments from recruits.Looking to shake things up, Ron Zook will utilize split squads for Saturday’s spring game.After sitting behind three-time All-AmericanJames Laurinaitis,Austin Spitlerismore than ready for his first start as an Ohio State linebacker.Quarterbacks Kirk CousinsandKeith Nicholwill each get at least 35 snapsas they continue to battle for the starting spot in Michigan State’s spring game.Coach Woodcock says his Alabama teamstill has things to work on.This offseason, Georgia players arefocusing on the little things.Offensive tackle Mark Shuman, the brother of ex-Hokie Ryan Shuman, gives a verbal commitment to Virginia Tech.