Wideout Ronald Johnson, sidelined since Aug. 29 with a broken collarbone, said today he's recovering nicely and will resume running soon. Even though he's still in a sling for precautionary reasons, the junior has already returned to a light weightlifting regimen and has kept in shape on an exercise bike.

The optimistic Johnson said he'd like to return for the California game in two weeks, though realistically he said he should be ready for the Notre Dame game on Oct. 17.

"I'm feeling better by the day," Johnson said.