Red Wolves' defense plagued with injuries, suspensions

Arkansas State cornerback Jerry Jacobs (right) breaks up a pass intended for Georgia wide receiver George Pickens during a Sept. 14 game in Athens, Ga. Jacobs went down with a torn ACL in that game as one of several injuries to the Red Wolves’ defense this season.JONESBORO -- Arkansas State University defensive coordinator David Duggan was dealt plenty of obstacles in his first season in Jonesboro.

Losing multiple starters and key reserves hindered a defense that, on paper heading into the season, had plenty of returning talent.

Injuries began in Week 3 against Georgia, when junior cornerback Jerry Jacobs tore his ACL. In October, the corner position further depleted with junior Demari…