PHOTO GALLERY: Tigers take to field for first practice of season

August 2, 2012 | 9:46 p.m. CDT

After recovering from surgery for an injured shoulder, the Tigers starting quarterback James Franklin fully participated in the team's first practice of the season Thursday.

Missouri's starting quarterback James Franklin warms up with teammates at the team's first practice of the season Thursday afternoon at Memorial Stadium. Franklin injured his shoulder in the spring but was able to fully participate in the practice. | Yi Gan

Quarterback James Franklin prepares to throw during a practice on Thursday afternoon. | Yi Gan

Missouri quarterbacks James Franklin, left, Corbin Berkstresser and Eric Laurent take snaps during practice Thursday afternoon at Memorial Stadium. | Yi Gan