Hawaii right tackle Levi Legay is the last man standing.
Of the eight offensive linemen who started for the Warriors this season, Legay is the only one who has not missed at least a series because of an injury.
This season, the offensive line has been afflicted with injuries to four knees, three ankles, a shoulder and a back. Left guard Brett Leonard, who suffered a concussion last month, has missed practices this week because of dizziness.
"It’s been a strange year as far as injuries to the O-line," offensive coordinator Nick Rolovich said.
The starting line has been repeatedly shuffled. Matagisila Lefiti, who was the starting center the first five games, has played right guard the past three games and practiced at left guard this week.
Andrew Faaumu opened the season at left guard, moved to right guard and now is back at left guard, where he is expected to start this week.
Chauncy Winchester-Makainai was a right guard before suffering a knee injury in the preseason. He now is Legay’s backup at right guard, although his availability is in question because of leg issues.
"Offensive linemen don’t complain," Rolovich said. "If they complained, they wouldn’t be offensive linemen."
Through it all, Legay has remained healthy and effective. As a first-year starter, Legay has been credited with committing one penalty this season — a false start against Idaho last week.
"Levi is a good technician," Lefiti said. "He’s not the biggest guy or the strongest guy, but he’s good with his technique. He knows what to do."
Legay, a 2007 Kealakehe High graduate, joined the Warriors as a grayshirt in January 2008.
He ascended the depth chart as a sophomore in 2010, and was designated as the No. 1 right tackle entering spring training. But Sean Shigematsu seized the starting job in training camp.
When Shigematsu suffered a season-ending knee injury against Washington, Legay reclaimed the job.
"I’ve always taken the mind-set you have to take care of every responsibility you’re given," Legay said. "In some ways, (starting) is not any different. It’s just a new responsibility."
Legay said he remains fit by lifting weights up to four times a week during the season.
Bright back in lineup
Darius Bright worked out Thursday, and will serve as the understudy to freshman Trevor Davis at left wideout.
Bright said the turf toe on his right foot is manageable. But he suffered injuries to his left foot, left sternum and left wrist when he was struck by New Mexico State players on consecutive plays three weeks ago.
"My left side of the body is sore," Bright said.
Bright said he will be available to play.
"I have to do it for my team," Bright said. "You only get a chance to live once. Why not?"
Bell leaves program
Wideout Terence Bell, who left the program two weeks ago, remains in school and is completing work toward a bachelor’s degree.
"I’ll always root for the Warriors," Bell said.