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Wow. Roll up the gurney for this week's Injury Watch.
Several big names find themselves on this list. You're going to want to check back early and often for updates to some of the more popular and prolific players in Fantasy Football.
Fortunately, we will keep Injury Watch as up-to-date as possible.
***9/25 Note: the list just keeps getting more and more extensive. Stay tuned, as we are constantly adding and updating players like Sabby Piscitelli, Julius Jones, Kellen Winslow, and more as the day goes on. This was a brutal weekend, and you're likely going to feel the effects in your league in some way. Stay on tip of things this week!
Last Updates:
Brian Westbrook (RB, PHI)
| Arizona Cardinals |
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| Bertrand Berry (DE) |
9/28: A quadriceps injury suffered Sunday has Berry currently considered a gametime decision for week 4. He left the game last week after suffering the injury, but later returned. He should be able to play this week, but keep an eye on the inactive lists. |
| Levi Brown (OT) |
9/24: Offensive tackle Levi Brown left Sunday's game with an ankle injury. Elton Brown replaced him in the lineup. Levi was scheduled for an MRI on Monday to determine the nature and extent of the ankle injury.
Update: 9/26: An MRI on Brown's ankle showed no significant damage, and he is considered day-to-day. He will most likely be able to play in the next game. |
| Anquan Boldin (WR) |
Wideout Anquan Boldin left briefly on Sunday with a hip injury. He was able to return and play through the pain.
Update: 9/26: Boldin will sit out a few practices this week (he did on Wednesday), but it still expected to play on Sunday with a bruised hip.
Update: 9/27: Boldin showed progress Thursday, prompting coach Ken Whisenhunt to say that the hip injury is much better than it was on Wednesday. Boldin will find a way to play on Sunday.
Update: 9/29: Boldin has been listed as doubtful on the Cardinals' injury report. |
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| Atlanta Falcons |
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| DeAngelo Hall (CB) |
9/27: Cornerback DeAngelo Hall had x-rays on his right arm Monday which revealed a chipped bone in the area of the biceps. He will continue to play with the injury. |
| Jonathan Babineaux (DT) |
9/27: Falcons' head coach Bobby Petrino said Thursday that defensive tackle Jonathan Babineaux will not play this week with a stretched knee ligament suffered in Wednesday's practice. With Babineaux, who has been filling in for injured Rod Coleman, on the sideline, Trey Lewis is expected to start. |
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| Baltimore Ravens |
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| Samari Rolle (CB) |
9/28: Rolle missed last week's game due to a medical condition, the nature of which has not been revealed, and is expected to sit out week 4 due to the effects of medication he is taking for the aforementioned condition. |
| Ray Lewis (LB) |
9/28: Lewis has been limited in practice this week with an ankle injury, but his status for Sunday does not appear to be in doubt. He should be on the field. |
| Todd Heap (TE) |
9/25: Heap suffered a reportedly mild concussion on Sunday. He should be fine for week 4.
Update: 9/28: Heap said Friday that he's feeling much better, and will be ready to go on Sunday. |
| Jonathan Ogden (OT) |
From Last Week: Ogden's turf toe forced him to miss Sunday's game. We will keep an eye on his status during the course of the week.
Update: 9/28: Ogden has participated in at least portions of practice this week, and may give it a go on Sunday. That said, he has tried in previous games and been unable to stay on the field. Even if he does play, it is likely that he won't be nearly as effective as in years past until the pain from his toe is more manageable. He is considered a gametime decision. |
| Steve McNair (QB) |
From Last Week: McNair left Sunday's game in the fourth quarter. He's clearly not yet back to full health, so we will continue to monitor his injured groin. |
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| Buffalo Bills |
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| Keith Ellison (LB) |
9/26: Linebacker Keith Ellison was seen during Wednesday's practice wearing an air cast on his injured ankle, but he was running laps. This is a good sign for Ellison and the Bills, in large part because the team is expected to start Leon Joe at weakside linebacker this week. Coach Jauron may update Ellison's status later today. He seems quite unlikely to be ready for this week, but we'll let you know more when we get an update.
Update: 9/26: The Bills listed Ellison as OUT for this week. Leon Joe is slated to get the start. |
| J.P. Losman (QB) |
9/24: Quarterback J.P. Losman suffered a sprained knee on the first series of Sunday's game, and will miss at least two weeks. Trent Edwards is expected to start, and the team signed Craig Nall on Monday to back up Edwards. |
| Paul Posluszny (LB) |
9/24: Linebacker Paul Posluszny broke his forearm Sunday, and was quickly placed on injured reserve by the Bills. His season is over. John DiGiorgio will likely start in the middle. |
| Jason Whittle (OL) |
9/24: Reserve offensive lineman Jason Whittle joins the impressive list of Bills' injuries after he suffered a torn hamstring on Sunday. His status is still up in the air, but he won't likely be available this week.
Update: 9/26: The Bills place Whittle on Injured Reserve on Wednesday. Linebacker Kevin Harrison was signed to the open roster spot in an effort to add some depth to the depleted defense. |
| Terrence McGee (CB) |
From Last Week: McGee ended up missing Sunday's game with his sore ribs. We'll keep you updated on his status for week 4. |
| Coy Wire (LB) |
From Last Week: Wire was inactive again on Sunday. With a grade 2 sprain of the MCL, Wire will likely miss a little more time. |
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| Carolina Panthers |
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| Dan Morgan (LB) |
9/28: We're SHOCKED that Dan Morgan is hurt. The Glass Tank has been ruled OUT for week 4 due to an ankle injury. |
| Jake Delhomme (QB) |
9/24: Quarterback Jake Delhomme suffered an elbow injury Sunday. He appeared to suffer the injury while throwing the ball without any contact, but later revealed that he hurt it a few plays earlier. A Monday MRI revealed that the elbow is not seriously injured, and he is considered day-to-day. Don't believe everything you hear, though. The team may be calling Delhomme day-to-day, but he is unlikely to play this week. We'll keep an eye on him this week, but look for David Carr to get the start.
Update: 9/28: Delhomme has been listed as doubtful for Sunday, a listing that is probably fairly optimistic. Don't expect to see him. |
| Deke Cooper (S) |
From Last Week: Cooper began Sunday's game as a backup, although he finished the game on the field with the starters. Cooper is healthy enough to play, but is in a battle for his job at the moment. |
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| Chicago Bears |
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| Charles Tillman (CB) |
9/25: Cornerback Charles Tillman is dealing with a right ankle injury and will be evaluated during the week.
Update: 9/26: Tillman is expected to miss this week's game against the Lions, and possibly next week as well. Rookie Trumaine McBride will get the start.
Update: 9/29: No, the status of Charles Tillman has not changed, but the likely starting lineup has. It now appears that free safety Danieal Manning will slide to a cornerback spot opposite Ricky Manning, Jr, and rookie Kevin Payned will start at free safety. |
| Fred Miller (OL) |
9/24:Tackle Fred Miller left Sunday's loss to the Cowboys with a right leg injury. |
| Adewale Ogunleye (DE) |
9/24: Ogunleye suffered a hip pointer Sunday, although he returned to action a bit later.
Update: 9/28: Ogunleye was able to participate in practice, and should be ready to go on Sunday. |
| Ruben Brown (OL) |
9/24: Offensive lineman Ruben Brown left Sunday's game in the second half with an ankle injury. The ankle was wrapped on Monday. |
| Nathan Vasher (CB) |
9/24: Cornerback Nathan Vasher was forced from Sunday night's game with a hib adductor injury (or as the Chicago Tribune calls it - a hip "abductor." Apprently, the Trib thinks someone stole Vasher's hip....). Vasher was to undergo an MRI to determine the extent of the injury.
Update 9/26: Word on the street is that Vasher will miss a month with a partially torn groin muscle. Ricky Manning, Jr will start for Vasher. |
| Tommie Harris (DT) |
9/24: A sprained MCL knocked defensive tackle Tommie Harris out of Sunday night's game against the Cowboys. He is expected to miss at least one week, and possibly up to four, but the injury is not believed to be serious. |
| Lance Briggs (LB) |
9/24: Pro Bowl linebacker Lance Briggs left Sunday night's game against the Dallas Cowboys with a groin injury. Briggs later said that he was fine.
Update: 9/28: Briggs hasn't been ruled out of Sunday's game, but it looks like he may not play after sitting out of practice again on Friday.
Update: 9/29: It now appears likely that Briggs is going to miss Sunday's game. Jamar Williams will start at weakside linebacker with Briggs out. |
| Adam Archuleta (S) |
9/24: Safety Adam Archuleta left the locker room Monday with an air cast and tape wrapped around his right hand. The nature and extent of the injury, apparently suffered Sunday night, is uncertain.
9/25: Archuleta has a broken right hand, but plans to play Sunday against the Detroit Lions. |
| Brad Maynard (P) |
From Last Week: Maynard played Sunday, although the team was concerned that he would not be able to go, as evidenced by the fact that they re-signed Dirk Johnson. Maynard should be good to go for next week. The Bears re-waived Johnson on Monday. |
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| Cincinnati Bengals |
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| Rudi Johnson (RB) |
9/25: A hamstring injury has the Bengals unsure whether or not star running back Rudi Johnson will be available on Monday to meet the Patriots. We will keep his status updated. In the mean time, the Bengals signed DeDe Dorsey as insurance. Kenny Watson got some touches on Sunday when Johnson was out of the game.
Update: 9/27: On Thursday, the Bengals ruled Johnson OUT for Monday night's game against the New England Patriots. Kenny Watson will start in Johnson's place. |
| Caleb Miller (LB) |
9/25: Linebacker Caleb Miller left Sunday's loss to the Seahawks with a lower back injury. He did not return.
Update: 9/27: Miller has not participated in practice, but he has not yet been ruled out of Monday night's game against the Patriots.
Update: 9/28: The Bengals have labeled Miller doubtful to play Monday night. |
| Lemar Marshall (LB) |
From Last Week: Marshall played Sunday, and should be fine for next week. |
| Ahmad Brooks (LB) |
From Last Week: Brooks sat out week 3's matchup against the Seattle Seahawks with a strained groin.
Update: 9/28: The Bengals on Friday listed Brooks as doubtful for Monday night's game.
Update: 9/29: Brooks missed practice on Saturday, which is no surprise. However, the interesting thing worth noting heer is that Bengals' beat writer Mark Curnutte indicated Saturday evening that Brooks is expected to start Monday night. |
| Tab Perry (WR) |
From Last Week: Perry's hamstring forced him to miss week 3's game.
Update: 9/27: The Bengals have ruled Perry OUT for week 4. |
| Eric Ghiaciuc (C) |
From Last Week: - Ghiaciuc was inactive Sunday. Alex Stepanovich started in Ghiaciuc's place.
Update: 9/27: Ghiaciuc fully participated in Thursday's practice session. |
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| Cleveland Browns |
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| Kellen Winslow, JR (TE) |
9/25: Tight end Kellen Winslow suffered a bruised shoulder late in Sunday's loss to the Raiders. He says that he'll be fine, and head coach Romeo Crennel indicated that Winslow will be evaluated during the week, and seems to believe that Winslow will be able to play.
Update: 9/26: Winslow reportedly suffered a mild subluxation (partial separation) of the shoulder, and sat out of practice on Wednesday. When asked, Winslow said that he will play this week. Whether or not he is correct remains to be seen.
Update: 9/29: Winslow returned to practice on Friday, and has been listed as questionable for Sunday. Winslow said that playing with the shoulder injury will not be any tougher than playing with the knee injury he sustained last year. Whether or not he will play on Sunday will likely be in the hands of the medical staff, but it sounds like Winslow should be able to play. |
| Antwan Peek (LB) |
9/25: Linebacker Antwan Peek has a foot injury that will prevent him from practicing much, if at all, this week.
Update: 9/26: As expected, Peek was to miss Wednesday's practice. It's worth noting, though, that Willie McGinest returned to practice after missing time following surgery on his back. Peek has been starting at outside linebacker with McGinest sidelined. |
| Dave Zastudil (P) |
From Last Week: Zastudil was inactive last week with a strained oblique. Scott Player started in his place.
Update: 9/26: Zastudil was reportedly going to try to kick a little in practice Wednesday. |
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| Dallas Cowboys |
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| Bobby Carpenter (LB) |
9/27: Cowboys' linebacker Bobby Carpenter underwent an MRI on Monday that revealed a partially torn quadriceps tendon. He suffered the injury in the final preseason game. He is likely to play with the injury, but it will bother him all season. If the tendon fully tears, he will be lost for the remainder of the season. |
| Terence Newman (CB, DAL) |
9/27: Cornerback Terence Newman is back from his plantar fascia injury, but now his knee is bothering him. Coach Wade Phillips said Thursday that Newman has patellar tendinitis. Incidentally, most media types spell it 'tendonitis,' which isn't so much wrong as just not medically correct. For what it's worth... In any event, Newman won't likely see his role increase beyond nickel and dime situations until the Cowboys can be confident that he can handle the workload from an injury standpoint. |
| Keith Davis (S) |
9/26: Reserve safety and special teams captain Keith Davis injured his shoulder Sunday against the Bears, and will reportedly have a "real difficult" time getting healthy enough to play this week. |
| Greg Ellis (LB) |
9/26: Ellis has struggled to return from his Achilles' tendon injury suffered last year, but said Wednesday that he is ready to test it more in practice this week.
Update: 9/27: Wade Phillips said Thursday that he believes Ellis is 50-50 to play Sunday, but Ellis sounds less confident. He did say that the pain he feels in his Achilles' after practice is not unbearable, but sounds fairly negative about this week. You should not be confident, either... |
| Julius Jones (RB) |
9/25: Jones left Sunday's game after suffering a reportedly "slight" concussion, his second in the first three games of the season. He is looking into trying a new helmet, and should be okay for week 4. That said, the NFL is becoming increasingly safety-conscious when it comes to concussions, and two in three weeks is bound to raise a few red flags. We'll keep an eye on him and let you know if it seems like he may sit this week for precautionary reasons.
Update: 9/26: The Cowboys' training staff have informed head coach Wade Phillips that, while Julius Jones must be watched for the next couple of days, that there isn't a problem with him being on the field. |
| Patrick Crayton (WR) |
From Last Week: Crayton's pinkie injury didn't prevent him from playing Sunday night, if you can call it that. He looked horrible. |
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| Denver Broncos |
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| Ben Hamilton (G) |
9/28: On Friday, the Denver Broncos placed guard Ben Hamilton on the injured reserve list with symptoms stemming from a concussion he suffered during training camp. |
| Mike Bell (RB) |
9/27: The Broncos ruled Bell out for Sunday's game on Thursday due to lingering effects of a concussion. |
| Javon Walker (WR) |
9/26: Receiver Javon Walker sat out Wednesday's practice with inflammation in his right knee, the one that was surgically repaired two years ago. He is expected to play on Sunday against the Colts.
Update: 9/27: Walker sat out again Thursday, but assured reporters that he was sidelined for precautionary reasons only. He did not injure his surgically-repaired ACL, and will be re-evaluated on Friday.
Update: 9/28: Walker practiced Friday on a limited basis, and has been listed as questionable on the Broncos' injury report.
Update: 9/29: The last thing Walker has said publicly is that he intends to play, but on Saturday, NFL.com's Adam Schefter reported that Walker is likely to sit out Sunday's game against the Indianapolis Colts. In other words, if you want to start Walker, you better keep a close eye on the inactive lists. Unfortunately, the Broncos play at 4:15 eastern, so if your alternative is in an early game, you probably want to play it safe and bench Walker this week. |
| John Lynch (S) |
9/24: The Broncos sent safety John Lynch to have an MRI on Monday after sustaining a strained groin on Sunday.
Update: 9/25: The MRI reportedly revealed no tears. Lynch's status is still up in the air, but he appears more likely to play in week 4 than he did on Monday.
Update: 9/26: Lynch was held out of practice on Wednesday, but is "probably" going to test his groin on Thursday, according to coach Shanahan.
Update: 9/28: Lynch was limited in practice Friday, but he was on the field. The Broncos listed Lynch as questionable. |
| Jay Cutler (QB) |
9/24: The Broncos have termed the injury to quarterback Jay Cutler a "mild ankle sprain." Nonetheless, the team on Monday had Cutler undergo an MRI. Cutler is expected to be ready for Sunday's game against the Indianapolis Colts.
Update: 9/25: The MRI revealed an apparently mild ankle sprain. Cutler should be fine to play this week.
Update: 9/26: Cutler fully participated in Wednesday's practice. |
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| Detroit Lions |
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| Damien Woody (G) |
9/25: Woody injured his ribs on Sunday, but it appears to be minor and should not prevent him from playing. |
| Alex Lewis (LB) |
9/25: Linebacker Alex Lewis injured his hamstring on Sunday. He was slated to undergo an ultrasound, but the extent of the injury is not yet known. |
| Jeff Backus (T) |
9/25: Veteran tackle Jeff Backus aggravated a rib injury before Sunday's game. He played, but left in the third quarter. The injury is actually a strained intercostal muscle (a group of muscles that run between the ribs, and help form and move the chest wall), and may prevent him from playing in week 4. Backus has not missed a game since seventh grade.
Update: 9/27: The Lions on Thursday upgraded Backus from 'No Practice' to 'Limited Practice.' That does not necessarily mean he will play, though. How he responds on Friday will go a long way to making that determination. |
| Calvin Johnson (WR) |
9/24: Rookie wideout Calvin Johnson landed hard on his back during Sunday's loss to the Eagles, and reportedly suffered some severe bruising that has him extremely sore on Monday. Johnson is receiving treatment, but says that he not sure about his availability for week 4.
Update: 9/27: Johnson did not practice on Thursday, but he has been making progress. It appears that there is a decent chance that he will play on Sunday against the Chicago Bears. |
| Kalimba Edwards (DE) |
From Last Week: Edwards sat out Sunday with an ankle injury, and said that he isn't sure if the medical staff will clear him for this week's game. |
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| Green Bay Packers |
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| Brandon Jackson (RB) |
9/28: A shin sprain has been giving rookie running back Brandon Jackson problems all week, and may prevent him from playing on Sunday against the Vikings. He has been listed as questionable. Vernand Morency is expected to play, and will likely start with Jackson either sidelined or at least hobbled. |
| DeShawn Wynn (RB) |
9/25: DeShawn Wynn suffered an ankle injury in Sunday's win over the San Deigo Chargers and left the game (after calling an ill-advised time out). He did not return. Coach Mike McCarthy said only that Wynn has an ankle injury and did not elaborate on its nature or extent. |
| James Jones (WR) |
From Last Week: Jones tweaked his hamstring last week, but was well enough to play on Sunday. |
| Vernand Morency (RB) |
From Last Week: Morency did not play Sunday. DeShawn Wynn and Brandon Jackson carried the load against the Chargers, if you can call it a "load." Morency was practicing last week, but was clearly not ready to play. We'll keep you updated on his status this week.
Update: 9/27: Morency practiced Wednesday and Thursday and has looked good, making it likely that he will play against the Vikings on Sunday.
Update: 9/28: Morency made it through Friday's practice, and has been listed as probable, indicating that he is almost certainly going to play. |
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| N.D. Kalu (DE) |
9/29: The Texans have ruled defensive end N.D. Kalu out of Sunday's game with a hand injury that he has had since week 1. Kalu said that he will sit out to give the hand a chance to heal because the cast that he had been wearing is not working. He likely won't play again until he can have the cast removed, so don't expect him for at least a few weeks, possibly over a month. |
| Jerome Mathis (WR) |
9/28: Receiver and return man Jerome Mathis did not tell anyone that he hurt his leg in last Sunday's game against the Colts, but on Wednesday he was limited and Thursday he sat out the entire practice session. An X-ray and MRI both came back negative, but he is experiencing pain that puts his status for Sunday in question. The Texans will likely have to consider bringing another receiver onto the active roster to play this week.
Update: 9/29: Head coach Gary Kubiak said Friday that Mathis would be a game time decision, but that he is unlikely to play. |
| Ahman Green (RB) |
9/24: Ahman Green left Sunday's game early with a knee injury, but a Monday MRI revealed no significant damage. Green said that he just has some swelling, but he doesn't know if he'll be able to play in week 4. Samkon Gado got some attention on Sunday with Ron Dayne inactive, although if Dayne can play, he will likely start if Green is out.
Update: 9/28: Green has shown improvement over the course of the week, but head coach Gary Kubiak says that he will be surprised if Green is able to play this week. Green says that he will know on gameday whether or not he will be able to play. If not, Ron Dayne has fully participated and looks to be ready to go.
Update: 9/29: Head coach Gary Kubiak said Friday that Green would be a game time decision. He added that Green has a better chance of playing than fellow GTDer Jerome Mathis. |
| Jacoby Jones (WR) |
9/24: Rookie Jacoby Jones got his first NFL start Sunday, and finished the game with a separated shoulder that will sideline him for an expected 2-3 weeks. If Andre Johnson remains out, the WR corps will be made up of Andre Davis, Kevin Walter, and Jerome Mathis. Devin Aromashodu and Harry Williams are the team's practice squad receivers. |
| Steve McKinney (C) |
9/24: Veteran center McKinney, who has played in every game since the inception of the Houston Texans, will miss the remainder of the season after suffering a torn ACL in Sunday's loss to the Indianapolis Colts. He was replaced by Mike Flanagan. |
| Cedric Killings (DT) |
9/24: Defensive tackle Killings suffered a fractured C-4 vertebra Sunday. He was reportedly able to stand on Monday, and is expected to make a good recovery, although his hands and left arm remain weak. He will not play again this season. |
| Andre Johnson (WR) |
From Last Week: As expected, Johnson sat out Sunday's game against the Colts with a sprained knee. He starts this week questionable for the Falcons game.
Update: 9/25 @ 2:00am: The Houston Chronicle is reporting that Johnson WILL NOT PLAY this week against the Atlanta Falcons. With Jacoby Jones also out, the Texans will be searching for some help. |
| Ron Dayne (RB) |
From Last Week: Dayne sat out Sunday. When Ahman Green got hurt, Samkon Gado got some extra work. |
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| Indianapolis Colts |
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| Rob Morris (LB) |
From Last Week: Morris spent another week on the inactive list with an abdomen injury.
Update: 9/28: Morris was able to fully participate in practice Thursday and Friday, and will play on Sunday against the Broncos. |
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| Jacksonville Jaguars |
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| Khalif Barnes (OT) |
9/24: Offensive tackle Khalif Barnes sprained his right ankle early in Sunday's game. He was replaced by Mo Williams, and was able to return later. He flew home Sunday with a walking boot on his injured ankle. |
| John Henderson (DT) |
From Last Week: Henderson sat out Sunday's game with a head injury (concussion). He should be okay to go in week 4, but we'll keep an eye on him. |
| Josh Scobee (K) |
From Last Week: Scobee's quadriceps strain is still expected to sideline him a bit longer. John Carney may just be giving the team something to think about in the mean time... |
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| Kansas City Chiefs |
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| Larry Johnson (RB) |
9/27: Johnson sat out practice Wednesday with a sore hamstring. This doesn't seem to be anything to worry about.
Update: 9/29: Coach Herm Edwards vowed Friday that Johnson will start Sunday. Fellow RB Michael Bennett said that Johnson's hamstring is not pulled or torn - it's just sore and Johnson was just being "smart with it." |
| Eddie Kennison (WR) |
From Last Week: Kennison isn't ready to return yet from his hamstring injury. In the mean time, rookie Dwayne Bowe has been improving, catching 5 for 71 and a touchdown on Sunday against the Vikings.
Update: 9/27: Kennison's return may be getting close. He was able to participate in practice on a limited basis Wednesday. That doesn't mean he'll be good to go on Sunday, but if he can avoid aggravating it over the course of a few practices, we may see him back within the next couple of games.
Update: 9/29: Kennison has been ruled out of Sunday's game. |
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| Miami Dolphins |
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| Donovin Darius (S) |
From Last Week: A calf strain kept Darius off the field Sunday. |
| Zach Thomas (LB) |
From Last Week: Thomas missed Sunday's game with effects of a concussion, including migraines. His status for this week, and the future, is currently up in the air.
Update: 9/26: Zach Thomas returned to practice Wednesday after sitting out since September 16th following a concussion and migraines. His status for week 4 is uncertain at this point, but the fact that he has been cleared to practice likely means that he will at least be available.
Update: 9/27: - Thomas still may be available Sunday, but the Dolphins and Thomas are taking a conservative approach. He practiced on a limited basis again on Thursday, but the tone of Thomas and coach Cam Cameron seems to lean toward the side of caution. He may play, but you should be cautious, as well. |
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| Minnesota Vikings |
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| Tarvaris Jackson (QB) |
From Last Week: Jackson's groin prevented him from playing Sunday, and he was replaced by Kelly Holcomb. If Jackson can't go this week, Holcomb has already been declared the replacement.
Update: 9/26: Jackson is improving and was able to participate in portions of Wednesday's practice, but still appears to be a long shot to be ready by Sunday's game against the Packers. Expect Kelly Holcomb to start at this point.
Update: 9/27: The Vikings say that Jackson is increasing his workload, and has not been ruled out of Sunday's game. However, it is still unlikely that he will play.
Update: 9/28: Jackson is still listed as questionable, but coach Brad Childress revealed Friday that Kelly Holcomb will start Sunday against the Packers. |
| Troy Williamson (WR) |
From Last Week: Williamson was inactive Sunday with a hamstring injury.
Update: 9/27: Williamson is reportedly improving from his hamstring injury. His availability for Sunday is uncertain, but it appears that he may be ready to go.
Update: 9/28: Coach Childress said Friday that Williamson will play on Sunday, although he may not start. |
| Chester Taylor (RB) |
From Last Week: Taylor was not ready to play Sunday, but seems to be improving. Adrian Peterson has been playing well with Taylor sidelined.
Update: 9/26: Taylor was limited in practice on Wednesday, but may be on track to play Sunday. If he is ready to go, coach Brad Childress said Wednesday that Chester Taylor is the starting running back.
Update: 9/27: Taylor is experiencing soreness, but it is increasingly likely that he will play on Sunday against the Packers.
Update: 9/28: Chester Taylor will start Sunday's game against the Packers, coach Brad Childress said Friday. |
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| New Orleans Saints |
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| Jason David (CB) |
9/25: Saints' starting cornerback Jason David is expected to miss at least a month (4-6 weeks) after suffering a fractured forearm Monday night against the Titans. The Saints have not made a decision regarding David's replacement, but it is likely to be one of veteran Fred Thomas, Jason Craft, or rookie Usama Young. |
| Deuce McAllister (RB) |
From Last Week: McAllister played Monday night against the Titans, but seemed to re-injure his knee in the first half and went to the locker room early. He walked with a bit of a limp, but did not need to ride a cart off the field.
Update 9/24: ESPN is reporting that McAllister tore his ACL. He will have an MRI on Tuesday to confirm the diagnosis. |
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| New York Giants |
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| Derrick Ward (RB) |
9/28: Derrick Ward missed all of this week's practices with an ankle injury, and has been listed as questionable on the Giants' injury report. Coach Coughlin and running back Brandon Jacobs both said that they believe Ward will play. |
| Plaxico Burress (WR) |
9/26: We were hoping to be able to leave Plaxico Burress off of IW this week after he made it through another game on his injured ankle, but he forced us to add him back in on Wednesday when he was absent from practice because he was in North Carolina seeing renowned foot and ankle specialist Dr. Robert Anderson. The word is that Burress is looking for some opinion and advice on how to manage the injury, but the 'S' word has been thrown out there. (Surgery, for those of you who only focus on four-letter words!).
Update: 9/27: The report from Dr Anderson is that Burress has a "serious sprain" of his right ankle. The Giants indicated that he will be limited in practice, and evaluated on a day-to-day and week-to-week basis. He should be able to play on Sunday, but he is hardly a safe bet. Keep an eye on those inactive lists, just in case.
Update: 9/28: Burress will play with the pain. He told the Ledger that there is "no question" that he will be on the field Sunday. |
| Ahmad Bradshaw (RB) |
From Last Week: Bradshaw was able to participate in Sunday's game despite a sore elbow. |
| Brandon Jacobs (RB) |
From Last Week: Jacobs' sprained MCL is still expected to keep him out a few more weeks.
Update: 9/26: Jacobs said on Wednesday that his knee feels good enough that, if he's medically cleared, he hopes to practice later in the week, and would not rule out playing on Sunday. That said, his availability for this week seems like quite a long shot, so don't hold your breath.
Update: 9/27: Jacobs said after practice that he participated in most of Thursday's session, leaving a little early when his injured knee stiffened up a little. He adds that he feels good enough to play, but that the decision is out of his hands. If his knee remains stiff on Friday, he will probably be all but ruled out. With Derrick Ward dealing with some aches and pains, though, the Giants may be in a position to give Jacobs a chance to play.
Update: 9/28: Jacobs hedged a bit about his status for Sunday, saying that he isn't sure if he'll be able to play. He added, however, that he will definitely be back next week.
Update: 9/28b: Officially, the Giants have listed Jacobs as questionable. Unofficially, however, Jacobs is out for this week's game. He said after practice on Friday that he is not going to play. Jacobs added that he thinks Derrick Ward will play. |
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| Oakland Raiders |
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| Robert Gallery (OL) |
9/26: Robert Gallery left Sunday's game with an upper arm injury that was revealed to be some torn ligaments in his shoulder. Gallery did not participate in practice on Wednesday. He is not at risk for further injury, and is not expected to miss Sunday's game despite the injury.
Update: 9/28: Gallery was suited up for practice on Friday. He appears to be ready to play. |
| Derrick Burgess (DE) |
From Last Week: Burgess' injured calf landed him on the inactive list for Sunday.
Update: 9/26: Burgess did rehab work on his calf Wednesday and is considered questionable for Sunday.
Update: 9/28: Friday was not a positive sign for Burgess, who was not suited up for practice, and wasn't even on the same field as the rest of the team. He was on another field with a team trainer and a few players who are unavailable due to being on injured reserve (IR) or the physically unable to perform (PUP) lists. |
| Josh McCown (QB) |
From Last Week: McCown played Sunday, but was spelled several times by Daunte Culpepper. His sprained foot was reportedly very sore on Monday.
Update: 9/26: McCown sat out Wednesday's practice, and was not even on the sideline rehabbing his foot with the other injured players. Head coach Lane Kiffin said late in Wednesday's press conference that McCown has a fractured toe. He has not been ruled out of this week's game. Daunte Culpepper took most of the first team snaps, with Andrew Walter working with the second team. JaMarcus Russell is officially on the active roster, as well.
Update: 9/28: On Friday, coach Kiffin officially named Daunte Culpepper the starter for Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins. |
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| Philadelphia Eagles |
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| William Thomas (LT) |
9/25: Left tackle William Thomas sprained his knee on Sunday. The extent of the injury is uncertain, but it is not likely a significant sprain as he is currently expected to play on Sunday. |
| LJ Smith (TE) |
From Last Week: Smith sat out last week, and is still considered week-to-week. We don't really expect him to play this week, but stay tuned. We'll update as we hear more.
Update: 9/26: After practice on Wednesday, head coach Andy Reid ruled Smith OUT for Sunday night's game.
Update: 9/27: Smith said Thursday that he HOPES to be ready to play against the New York Jets on October 14th. The Eagles have a bye in week 5. |
| Brian Dawkins (S) |
From Last Week: Dawkins missed Sunday's win over the Lions with a stinger.
Update: 9/29: Dawkins still has a shot to play this week after traveling with the team to New Jersey. |
| Brian Westbrook (RB) |
From Last Week: Westbrook played Sunday, and had an amazing day. However, he did suffer a strained abdomen that has his status for the week and next week's game up in the air. Stay tuned.
Update: 9/29: Westbrook did travel with the team, and is considered a game time decision. |
| Lito Sheppard (CB) |
From Last Week: Sheppard and his sprained MCL sat out Sunday's game, and the Eagles are hopeful that he will be able to play this week against the Giants. He is clearly improving, but remains questionable.
Update: 9/29: The Eagles ruled Sheppard OUT on Saturday. He did not make the trip to New Jersey with the rest of the team. |
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| Hines Ward (WR) |
9/24: Wide receiver Hines Ward hurt his leg Sunday. A Monday MRI confirmed that there is no structural damage to the knee, and that the injury is a bone bruise. A bone bruise may sideline other players, but if Ward can bend his knee, he will likely be on the field.
Update 9/25: Steelers' head coach Mike Tomlin told Sirius satellite radio on Tuesday that Ward is considered DOUBTFUL for week 4 with a sprained knee. Apparently, initial reports that he had no damage to the knee were incomplete...
Update: 9/28: Ward has been ruled OUT of Sunday's game. Nate Washington is expected to start opposite Santonio Holmes. |
| Matt Spaeth (TE) |
From Last Week: Spaeth did, indeed, sit out Sunday with a thigh bruise.
Update: 9/28: Spaeth has been listed as doubtful for week 4. |
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| Shane Olivea (OT) |
From Last Week: Olivea sat out with a strained back, but expects to play this week.
Update: 9/26: Olivea worked with the first team in Wednesday's practice, and should be good to go on Sunday. |
| Matt Wilhelm (LB) |
From Last Week: Wilhelm missed Sunday's loss to the Packers with a calf injury, and is reportedly expected to miss another week.
Update: 9/26: Wilhelm will miss Sunday's game against the Kansas City Chiefs. |
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| Vernon Davis (TE) |
9/24: Tight end Vernon Davis is likely to miss two weeks after suffering a sprained MCL in his right knee. It is possibly that he will miss more than just two games. Delanie Walker is the probable replacement in the starting lineup. |
| Mark Roman (S) |
9/24: Safety Mark Roman injured his elbow on Sunday. Head coach Nolan said that he isn't sure when it happened, and that he does not yet know the severity of the injury. |
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| DJ Hackett (WR) |
From Last Week: Hackett was inactive again Sunday, and is still expected to miss several more weeks with a high ankle sprain.
On Wednesday, head coach Mike Holmgren said that Hackett could return to duty around the time of Seattle's bye week, which is October 28th. |
| Shaun Alexander (RB) |
From Last Week: Alexander started and played the whole game with a brace on his hand. On Monday, it was reported that there is a broken bone in his left wrist, but he will continue to play. |
| Maurice Morris (RB) |
From Last Week: Morris sat out again on Sunday with a hip injury.
Update: 9/26: Coach Mike Holmgren said Wednesday that he expects Morris to return to action this week.
Update: 9/27: Morris did not practice Thursday, and at least one beat writer (Frank Hughes of the News Tribune) hints that there may have been a setback in Morris' recovery. When Shaun Alexander was asked about Morris' return this week, he paused before giving a canned response. No, it's certainly not conclusive, but it does raise Morris back up a notch or two on the watch list.
Update: 9/28: Morris was only rested on Thursday due to some soreness, and returned to practice Friday. Coach Mike Holmgren indicated Friday that Morris will play. |
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| Marc Bulger (QB) |
9/24: Quarterback Marc Bulger has been playing with two broken ribs, according to the St Louis Post Dispatch. Bulger has been playing with broken ribs since the season opener, and is not expected to miss any playing time. |
| Steven Jackson (RB) |
9/24: Running back Steven Jackson suffered a partially torn groin in Sunday's loss, and will miss at least one week - at least. Don't be surprised if he misses more than one, giving rookie Brian Leonard a chance to make some waves. |
| Mark Setterstrom (OG) |
9/24: Setterstrom tore a knee ligament and damaged cartilage on Sunday, and has been lost for the season. Claude Terrell slid over to Setterstrom's spot and Millford Brown stepped in to play right guard. Guard Richie Incognito has yet to play this season, but has been improving and hopes to be available soon. |
| Isaac Bruce (WR) |
9/24: Bruce got dinged Sunday, and sat out part of the game. He did return in the second half. |
| Pisa Tinoisamoa (LB) |
From Last Week: Tinoisamoa missed Sunday's game with an ankle injury. Coach Linehan said Monday that the linebacker will probably play this week.
Update: 9/26: Tinoisamoa fully participated in Wednesday's practice, and should be set to play on Sunday. |
| Tye Hill (CB) |
From Last Week: Hill is expected to miss some more time after being inactive Sunday with a back/ribs injury. |
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| Sabby Piscitelli (S) |
9/25: Rookie safety Sabby Piscitelli suffered a foot injury in Sunday's game, and was on crutches as he left the locker room. Head coach Jon Gruden says that Piscitelli broke a bone in the foot and will be out an undetermined period of time.
Update: 9/26: The Buccaneers on Wednesday placed Piscitelli on injured reserve, ending the rookie's season. He has undergone surgery to repair his injured foot. |
| Cadillac Williams (RB) |
From Last Week: Cadillac Williams seemed hampered at times, especially with respect to holding onto the ball, but he played Sunday and should be able to go this week. That said, Earnest Graham's performance after Williams was pulled prompted coach Jon Gruden to publicly pose the question of "why in the heck hasn't [Graham] been playing?" |
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| Craig Hentrich (P) |
From Last Week: - Hentrich was inactive Monday night with a back injury. Josh Miller punted in his place. |
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| Roger 'Rocky' McIntosh (LB) |
9/25: McIntosh left Sunday's game in the fourth quarter with pain in both shoulders. He underwent an MRI on Monday, and has been ordered to have no contact for two weeks with a pinched nerve. The bye week comes at the right time, but he will likely still be a question mark for the team's next game. |
| Fred Smoot (CB) |
9/25: Cornerback Fred Smoot did not play Sunday due to a hamstring injury. Smoot says that his hamstring is feeling better, and that he expects to be fine after the bye week. |
| Santana Moss (WR) |
9/24: Santana Moss strained his groin Sunday. Fortunately, he will have an extra week to heal as the Redskins head into their bye week. |
| Phillip Daniels (DE) |
From Last Week: Daniels played, and left the field temporarily in the third quarter with a sprained ankle, but he returned and should be fine for the team's next game after the bye. |
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Medical Dictionary
A-C Joint – An abbreviation for the Acromioclavicular joint, the A-C is the joint of the shoulder where the acromion process (of the scapula) and the distal end of the clavicle meet. The acromion is the upper-most part of the shoulder just above where there ball of the humerus meets the shoulder socket. Most shoulder separations occur at this point.
Avulsion Fracture - An avulsion fracture occurs when an injury causes a ligament or tendon to pull off a small piece of bone. This type of injury is often associated with an injury to the ligament or tendon itself. Avulsion fractures can cause intense pain, but rarely requires surgery to reattach the ligament or tendon, except in cases when a large portion of bone has been widely separated, or in the event of serious tendon or ligament damage. An avulsion fracture will normally heal on its own and will typically not cause any problems afterwards, although it may still be visible on an X-Ray.
Bruised Sternum – The sternum is often called the “breastbone”. It is the flat bone in the center of the chest that connects the first 7 sets of ribs and the clavicles. A bruised sternum can create intense pain with any movement, including throwing or even breathing. A significant injury to the sternum can also put pressure on the lungs and heart.
Collateral Ligament Injuries
MCL (Medial) and LCL (Lateral) Collateral Ligament Injuries - The collateral ligaments are located on the sides of the knee joint, with the MCL located on the inner side, and the LCL on the outer. They provide stabilization, especially for side-to-side motion. The LCL is very rarely injured, but the MCL can be damaged with relative ease. A hit to the outside of the knee while the lower leg is stationary can cause an injury. Surgery is generally required only in the case of a complete tear. Otherwise, rest, ice, compression, and elevation are considered the best means to recovery.
Cruciate Ligament Injuries
ACL (Anterior) and PCL (Posterior) Cruciate Ligament Injuries – The knee contains two cruciate ligaments and two collateral. The cruciate ligaments, called “cruciate” because they form a cross inside the knee, are the ACL, or anterior cruciate ligament, and PCL, or posterior cruciate ligament. The ACL is located toward the front and prevents the shin bone from sliding forward beneath the thigh bone. A tear of the ACL typically requires reconstructive surgery. The PCL is injured much less frequently than the ACL, and an athlete can often return to action quickly with rehabilitation.
Concussion – A concussion is typically caused by some sort of severe head trauma. The brain will often be moved violently against the skull, creating a reaction similar to a seizure. The short term result of a concussion may include some bleeding on the brain, fluid drainage from the ears, nose, or mouth, vomiting, confusion and dizziness, and unconsciousness. A concussion will also often include some short-term memory loss, usually of events immediately before and after the event. For the long term, a concussion may cause persistent dizziness, confusion, and a greater likelihood to suffer additional concussions. In addition, repeated or excessively severe brain injuries can cause permanent brain damage and memory loss.
Deltoid Ligament - The deltoid ligament is a strong, flat, triangular band that attaches the medial, or inside, portion of the ankle to the foot. The deltoid ligament is covered by several tendons.
Hamstring Injuries – The hamstring is a series of long muscles that run down the back of the thigh. These muscles help control both hip and knee movement and are critical to running or even walking. Hamstring injuries will often be a relatively minor pull or strain, which typically take a week or two of rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE) to heal. More severe injuries can linger for 6 to 8 weeks, and a serious tear may require season-ending surgery. Hamstring injuries are particularly tricky because even minor pulls tend to linger and have been known to hamper an athlete for the entire season. This is because the hamstring is so commonly used and is involved with both the hip and the knee that it is extremely difficult for an athlete to give it proper treatment before returning to action.
Hip Flexor – The hip flexor is actually a muscle that helps the hip to bend forward. When an injury is referred to as a “hip flexor,” the player typically suffered a strain to the hip flexor muscle.
Hip Pointer – A hip pointer occurs when an athlete suffers an injury to the pelvis, specifically the iliac crest, caused by a direct blow to the area. The iliac crest is the bony portion of the pelvis, commonly called the “hip bone,” that can be felt along the waistline. While the term “hip pointer” usually refers to a bruise to either the bone or muscle, it can also be applied to more serious injuries such as a small chip or fracture, or a complete break. Typically, a player noted as having a hip pointer suffered a bruise to the crest that can be painful and limit mobility for a relatively short period of time.
Hyperextension - Extreme extension, or straightening, of a limb or body part.
Pectoral Muscle Tear – The pectoral muscle connects the ribs, clavicle, and upper arm with a large mass of muscle, commonly known as the chest. As it is instrumental to everything from moving the arm to turning the head, to simply breathing, a tear or rupture in this muscle mass will often result in a player being placed on injured reserve. A pectoral injury can take at least three or four months to heal.
Plantar Fascia Injuries – The Plantar Fascia is a thick, broad, inelastic band of fibrous material that attaches to the heel and fans out along the bottom of the foot to attach to the metatarsal bones around the ball of the foot. It is inelastic and typically drawn quite tight to maintain the foot’s arch. While an injury can occur anywhere on the plantar fascia, most are localized around point where it meets the heel and involve some amount of tearing.
Sprain – A sprain is a ligament injury that can cause pain, swelling, and bruising of a joint. While it is more common to sprain a knee, wrist, or ankle, a player can sprain other joints as well, including the foot, back, chest, etc... Sprains can often linger for several weeks and vary in severity from relatively mild, which will cause some manageable pain, to severe, which will create enough pain and swelling to limit mobility and keep a player out of a game. Certain positions are more limited by sprains than others. In the case of a wide receiver, a mid-foot sprain can be debilitating due to the sprinting and cutting the player must perform.
Stinger – A stinger, sometimes called a burner or pinched nerve, is an injury to the nerves of the neck or shoulder. The term “stinger” refers primarily to the symptoms an athlete experiences that include painful electrical sensations through one of the arms. Technically, a stinger is usually a spine injury, but never a spinal cord injury. As it does not involve damage to the spinal cord, paralysis is not a serious concern. While symptoms will often fade on their own, stingers do tend to recur and can result in persistent pain and weakness in the arm, which can result in lost playing time. A stinger can occur when a nerve is compressed by the head being forced backward and toward one side, or when the nerves in the neck and shoulder are over-stretched by the head being forced sideways.
Strain – A strain occurs when a muscle is overstretched and tears. Also called a “pulled muscle,” this type of injury, while painful, is fairly common. Unlike a complete muscle tear, in which the entire muscle group will often completely separate, a player can often play despite a strain. More severe strains, and strains of important muscle groups, can hold a player out until the injury heals. Surgery is not a serious consideration to repair a strain.
Turf Toe – Turf Toe is an injury, perhaps a bruise or sprain, to the joint that connects the big toe to the rest of the foot. The injury is usually caused by severe or excessive upward bending or hyperextension of the big toe. Common symptoms are pain, swelling, and tenderness, and severe cases will often cause restriction of motion and bruising. Surgery is very rare, but the healing process can be lengthy. A turf toe injury will often bother an athlete all season, but will not end his year.
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