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Week 2 Early Injury Report
by Mark Wimer, Exclusive to
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Quarterback
QB Tom Brady - NE - Brady suffered what multiple sources have described as torn knee ligaments (most reports say an ACL and MCL tears). He will miss the remainder of the season.
QB Brodie Croyle - KC - Croyle suffered what appears to be a separated right shoulder during the game on Sunday - he'll be evaluated further as the week goes along, but it appears he'll miss some time due to this injury. The severity of the injury isn't known as of Monday morning.
QB Jeff Garcia - TB - Garcia is questionable for next week's game against the Atlanta Falcons with an ankle sprain, Jon Gruden said during his news conference Monday. Garcia is suffering from a swollen ankle as of Monday morning, and evaluations are ongoing. Gruden said an update would come in the next couple of days.
QB Matt Moore - CAR - Moore was inactive on Sunday as expected (broken fibula).
QB Ben Roethlisberger - PIT - Roethlisberger suffered a hyper-extended knee in the first half of the game on Sunday, but returned to action. Apparently the injury is minor - Roethlisberger indicated he was OK after the game.
QB Tony Romo - DAL - Romo injured his left middle finger and chin during the team's Week 1 game. X-rays came back negative on his finger, and the injury to his chin is not believed to be serious. Romo will be evaluated further as the week goes along, but initial indications are that these injuries are not serious.
QB Alex Smith - SF - Smith injured his surgically repaired throwing shoulder at the end of Friday's practice, the 49ers revealed on Sunday. Smith was given an MRI following the practice, and a source close to the situation said it revealed a fracture in the shoulder. The results of the exam have been sent to Dr. James Andrews, the Birmingham, Ala., surgeon who operated on Smith's shoulder in December. Evaluations are ongoing.
QB Troy Smith - BAL - Smith missed the game on Sunday as expected due to his infected tonsils/complications from the illness (he was listed as out on Friday).
QB Drew Stanton - DET - Stanton was inactive on Sunday after being listed as probable on Friday (right thumb injury).
QB Kurt Warner - ARI - Warner's nose was covered by a large bandage after the game vs. San Francisco, due to abrasions/scrapes on his face. The injury isn't considered serious at this time.
QB Vince Young - TEN - Young may have suffered damage to/or a torn MCL in his knee and is probably out 2-4 weeks due to the injury, according to initial evaluations. He was on crutches after the game and further evaluations are ongoing - his status isn't settled as of Monday morning, but initial indications are not good.
Running Back
RB Joseph Addai - IND - Addai got his bell rung during the game vs. Chicago, and though he was cleared to return to the field the team held him out as a precaution. He'll be evaluated further as the week goes along.
RB Marion Barber III - DAL - Barber left the game on Sunday after bruising his ribs - x-rays were negative. Initial indications are that the injury is minor - the Cowboys were way ahead when Barber got dinged and the team allowed rookies Felix Jones and Tashard Choice get some game time experience while Barber cooled his heels after a solid game. "I'm good. It's all right. Nothing to worry about," Barber said after the game.
RB Quinton Ganther - TEN - Ganther missed the game on Sunday due to his sore hamstring (listed as questionable on Friday).
RB Chris Johnson - TEN - Johnson got dinged up in the game on Sunday and briefly left the field, but returned to action. The unspecified issue doesn't appear to be serious.
RB Jeremi Johnson - CIN - Johnson has been lost for the season due to a knee injury - he's now on IR.
RB Brian Leonard - STL - Leonard didn't play on Sunday despite being listed as probable on Friday (shoulder injury).
RB Jamal Lewis - CLE - Lewis managed to play through his sore hamstring. Asked after the game how he felt, Lewis replied: "I'll let you know that tomorrow morning. But right now, I feel great. I ran great. I was kind of hesitant early because it was hurting me a little bit. I wasn't going to miss this game. I wanted to go out there and push it and I did push it. It felt real good. I'm happy with it. Hopefully I'll sleep well tonight."
RB Deuce McAllister - NO - McAllister was active but did not play on Sunday after being listed as questionable on Friday (knee injury - ongoing ACL rehabilitation).
RB Willis McGahee - BAL - McGahee was active, but did not play on Sunday as he continues to rehab his scoped knee (he was listed as probable on Friday, and suited up - but that's it). "We were concerned about the knee and the fact that he didn't play a lot," coach John Harbaugh said after the game. "We were hopeful to get him into the game at some point in time, but the way the game shook out, we were unable to do it. He'll practice in a more physical manner this week, and then we should have him ready to go next week."
RB Maurice Morris - SEA - Morris sprained his knee during the 3rd quarter on Sunday - he'll have an MRI on Monday and further evaluations of the injury will be ongoing during the coming week. Referring to Morris and Burleson's sprained knees during a radio spot on Monday, coach Holmgren stated "They don't appear to be 'long' injuries," meaning recovery shouldn't take a long period of time.
RB Aaron Stecker - NO - Stecker was inactive on Sunday due to his injured hamstring after being listed as questionable on Friday's injury report.
RB Pierre Thomas - NO - Thomas sustained a slightly dinged ankle during the team's Week 1 game. He'll be evaluated further as the week goes along. The team doesn't expect it to be an issue.
RB LaDainian Tomlinson - SD - Tomlinson suffered a big toe injury on his next-to-last carry of the game. He insists that the injury isn't a serious issue - but evaluations are ongoing. Tomlinson owners will want to keep an eye on his practice status later in the week in Footballguys.com's players in the news.
Wide Receiver
WR Sam Aiken - NE - Aiken was inactive on Sunday as expected after being listed as out on Friday's injury report (knee).
WR Miles Austin - DAL - Austin was inactive on Sunday as expected after being listed as out on Friday (knee injury).
WR Donnie Avery - STL - Avery was inactive on Sunday as expected after being listed as out on Friday's injury report (knee injury).
WR Drew Bennett - STL - Bennett suffered a left foot injury during the game on Sunday. X-rays were negative, but a MRI is scheduled for Monday - plantar fascia damage is feared. "My toe got caught in a strange spot," said Bennett after the game (he was on crutches at the time). "All the pressure of the tackle came down on my knee and on my foot, and my foot just gave a little bit."
WR Deion Branch - SEA - Branch was inactive on Sunday as expected after being listed as out on Friday's injury report (ongoing ACL rehab).
WR Reggie Brown - PHI - Brown missed the game on Sunday after being listed as doubtful on Friday (hamstring injury).
WR Nate Burleson - SEA - Burleson sprained his left knee in the 3rd quarter of the game on Sunday, and initially it was thought to be minor. However, upon further evaluation it was discovered he tore knee ligament(s) - he's now done for the season and is headed for IR.
WR Andre Caldwell - CIN - Caldwell was inactive on Sunday due to his injured toe (listed as doubtful on Friday).
WR Michael Clayton - TB - Clayton missed the game on Sunday after being listed as questionable on Friday's injury report (chest injury).
WR David Clowney - NYJ - Clowney missed the game on Sunday as expected (shoulder/clavicle injury, out).
WR Josh Cribbs - CLE - Cribbs was inactive on Sunday after being listed as questionable on Friday due to his injured ankle.
WR Kevin Curtis - PHI - Curtis was inactive on Sunday as expected after being listed as out on Friday's injury report (hernia).
WR Bobby Engram - SEA - Engram was inactive on Sunday as expected after being listed as out on Friday's injury report (shoulder injury).
WR Will Franklin - KC - Franklin was inactive on Sunday due to his sore knee (listed as questionable on Friday).
WR Pierre Garcon - IND - Garcon was inactive on Sunday due to his injured shoulder after being listed as questionable on Friday's injury report.
WR D.J. Hackett - CAR - Hackett took a hard blow to the head in the 4th quarter on Sunday, causing him to fumble on the play. After the game, Hackett indicated he felt woozy after the hit and went limp for a moment. Hackett will be evaluated further as the week goes along.
WR Marcus Henry - NYJ - Henry missed the game on Sunday due to his injured calf (listed as questionable on Friday).
WR Sam Hurd - DAL - Hurd was inactive on Sunday as expected after being listed as out on Friday (ankle).
WR Jerry Porter - JAX - Porter was inactive on Sunday as expected after being listed as out on Friday's injury report (hamstring injury). Coach Del Rio had stated previously that Porter needed 2 weeks in practice before playing in a game, so the inactivation was not a surprise.
WR Ryne Robinson - CAR - Robinson missed the season opener due to the knee injury that has dogged him since training camp (he was listed as out on Friday's injury report).
WR Donte Stallworth - CLE - Stallworth suffered a groin injury during pre-game warmups on Sunday, and didn't play in the game. He'll be evaluated further as the week goes along.
WR Maurice Stovall - TB - Stovall suffered a shoulder injury in the first half on Sunday and didn't return to action. He'll be evaluated further as the week goes along. On Monday, coach Gruden characterized Stovall as "questionable" for week 2 due to a neck strain.
Tight End
TE Dan Campbell - DET - Campbell caught a 21-yard pass in the second quarter on Sunday and then promptly hobbled off the field with a hamstring pull. The severity of the pull will be evaluated further this week.
TE Dallas Clark - IND - Clark was knocked out of the game on Sunday by a right knee injury of unspecified severity. "We don't know the extent of it," Dungy said. "He was trying to keep it loose to play, but we just couldn't get him back out there."
TE Derek Fine - BUF - Fine was inactive on Sunday as expected after being listed as out on Friday's injury report (hand injury).
TE Antonio Gates - SD - Gates suffered a right hip bruise early in the game on Sunday, but his left big toe is still an issue. "The decision I make to play is the toughest one I have to make," he said after the game. "I don't want to do anything to jeopardize this team. I don't want to be out in the game and not be able to perform or give all I have. I think at this point right now we'll just see how it goes and how I feel [whether he'll play next week]." After the game, Gates said his "explosion off the ball is limited" and he cannot cut as sharply on occasion - his toe is also painful and his foot felt fatigued after the game. Stay tuned to the Footballguys.com players in the news as the week goes along to monitor Gates' practice participation.
TE Todd Heap - BAL - Heap bruised his back during the game on Sunday and had to be helped off the field. He'll be evaluated further as the week goes along.
TE Sean McHugh - PIT - McHugh missed the game on Sunday as expected (ankle injury, out on Friday's injury report).
TE Matt Murphy - BUF - Murphy was inactive on Sunday as expected after being listed as out on Friday's injury report (shoulder injury).
TE Martin Rucker - CLE - Rucker was inactive on Sunday as expected after being listed as out on Friday (knee injury).
TE Jerame Tuman - ARI - Tuman was inactive on Sunday due to his injured hamstring.
TE Ben Watson - NE - Watson was inactive on Sunday due to his injured knee (listed as doubtful on Friday).
Kicker
PK Mike Nugent - NYJ - Nugent suffered a leg injury during the season opener that left him unable to kick field goals. The team will probably begin working out free agent kickers this week. On Monday, coach Mangini characterized the injury as a "hamstring injury".
PK Lawrence Tynes - NYG - Coach Tom Coughlin didn't sound hopeful for Tynes' status this week in comments on Monday - it looks like Tynes is unlikely to play again this week.
Offensive Line
OL Chicago Bears - CHI - T Chris Williams (back injury) missed the game on Sunday as expected after being listed as out on Friday.
OL Cleveland Browns - CLE - G Rex Hadnot (knee) and G Ryan Tucker (hip) were both inactive on Sunday after being listed as questionable on Friday.
OL Tampa Bay Buccaneers - TB - G Davin Joseph was inactive on Sunday as expected after being listed as out on Friday's injury report (foot injury).
OL Arizona Cardinals - ARI - C Al Johnson has been lost for the season after being placed on IR due to his knee injury (listed as doubtful to play on Friday's injury report).
OL San Diego Chargers - SD - C Nick Hardwick (foot injury) and T Marcus McNeil (neck injury) were both inactive on Sunday as expected (they were listed as out on Friday).
OL Indianapolis Colts - IND - G Mike Pollak (knee) and C Jeff Saturday (knee) were both out as expected on Sunday. Also absent was G Ryan Lilja (knee).
OL Dallas Cowboys - DAL - G Kyle Kosier was inactive on Sunday as expected after being listed as out on Friday (foot injury).
OL Atlanta Falcons - ATL - C Alex Stepanovich missed the game on Sunday after being listed as doubtful on Friday (back injury).
OL Jacksonville Jaguars - JAX - C Brad Meester was inactive on Sunday as expected after being listed as out on Friday's injury report (biceps injury). The team was down to their final OL player by the end of the game on Sunday: RG Maurice Williams apparently tore his right biceps during pregame warmups on Sunday, and LG Vince Manuwai sprained his right knee in the third quarter of the Jaguars' 17-10 loss to Tennessee. Both are scheduled for MRIs on Monday. OG Uche Nwaneri took a hard shot to his left knee with 3:51 left in the opening quarter. He'll have X-rays today and further evaluations pending the results of that scan. "That position was hit hard today in the game and it was unfortunate," coach Jack Del Rio said after the game. "It made it rough."
OL Carolina Panthers - CAR - Rookie RT Jeff Otah and OG Travelle Wharton both suffered knee injuries during the game on Sunday - both returned to action, though. The players will be evaluated further as the week goes along.
OL New England Patriots - NE - C Dan Connolly (knee) and G Russ Hochstein (groin) were both unavailable on Sunday - Connolly was inactive after being listed as questionable, while Hochstein was active but did not play.
OL St. Louis Rams - STL - C Brett Romberg didn't play on Sunday due to his ongoing struggles with a hand injury (he can't grip the ball properly to snap it as required of a center). He was listed as probable on Friday. LT Orlando Pace got the wind knocked out during the game vs. Philly, but did not injure his left shoulder (though it appeared he had to observers). "He got the wind knocked out of him pretty good," coach Scott Linehan said after the game. "But it didn't have anything to do with the shoulder."
OL Seattle Seahawks - SEA - T Sean Locklear missed the game on Sunday as expected (knee injury, doubtful on Friday's injury report).
OL Houston Texans - HOU - T Rashad Butler (shoulder) missed the game on Sunday after being listed as questionable on Friday.
OL Houston Texans - HOU - LG Chester Pitts sprained his ankle during the game vs. Pittsburgh, aggravating an pre-existing injury that has dogged him since training camp. He said after the game that he will be ready to start next week.
Defensive Tackle
DT Alan Branch - ARI - Branch missed the game on Sunday after being listed as doubtful on Friday (ankle).
DT Kelly Gregg - BAL - Gregg was unable to play on Sunday due to his injured knee (listed as doubtful on Friday).
DT Albert Haynesworth - TEN - Haynesworth suffered a concussion on Sunday, and had symptoms of memory loss after the game: "I remember the last play of the game and that's about it," he said afterwards. Haynesworth had a severe headache and other issues after the game - he'll be evaluated further as the week goes along.
DT Antwan Lake - NO - Lake left the game during the first quarter on Sunday with a groin injury and did not return to action - he'll be evaluated further as the week goes along.
DT Derek Landri - JAX - Landri was inactive on Sunday as expected after being listed as out on Friday's injury report (quadricep injury).
DT Pat Sims - CIN - Sims missed the game on Sunday as expected (toe, out on Friday).
DT LeKevin Smith - NE - Smith missed the game on Sunday due to his sore knee (listed as questionable on Friday).
DT Hollis Thomas - NO - Thomas was inactive on Sunday as expected after being listed as out on Friday's injury report (triceps injury).
DT Gabriel Watson - ARI - Watson missed the game on Sunday after being listed as doubtful on Friday (knee injury).
Defensive End
DE Victor Abiamiri - PHI - Abiamiri was inactive on Sunday as expected after being listed as out on Friday's injury report (wrist injury).
DE Baraka Atkins - SEA - Atkins was inactive on Sunday despite being listed as probable on Friday (sore back).
DE Earl Cochran - HOU - Cochran missed the game on Sunday despite being listed as probable to play on Friday (back injury).
DE Curtis Johnson - IND - Johnson was inactive on Sunday due to his injured shoulder after being listed as questionable on Friday's injury report.
DE Mathias Kiwanuka - NYG - On Monday, coach Tom Coughlin indicated that he is hopeful Kiwanuka will be able to practice starting Wednesday despite his sore ankle, injured in the Thursday season opener.
DE Leonard Little - STL - Little suffered a hamstring injury early in the game on Sunday and did not return to action. "It's something I'm going to have to manage," Little said. "Hopefully, I can come back next week and play." An MRI is scheduled for Monday - Little will be evaluated further at that time.
DE Stanley McClover - HOU - McClover was knocked out of the game on Sunday due to an unspecified knee injury - he'll be evaluated further as the week goes along.
DE Frostee Rucker - CIN - Rucker was spotted walking with the aid of crutches after the game due to an unspecified injury. He'll be evaluated further as the week goes along.
Inside Linebacker
ILB Beau Bell - CLE - Bell was active but did not play on Sunday after being listed as questionable on Friday (knee injury).
ILB Napoleon Harris - KC - Harris was inactive on Sunday as expected after being listed as out on Friday's injury report (knee injury).
ILB Mark Simoneau - NO - Simoneau was inactive on Sunday due to his injured back after being listed as questionable on Friday's injury report.
ILB Lofa Tatupu - SEA - Tatupu missed the final series of the first half to have his injured right thumb examined and padded - he did return to action.
Outside Linebacker
OLB Xavier Adibi - HOU - Adibi missed the game on Sunday after being listed as doubtful on Friday (Achilles injury).
OLB Brendon Ayanbadejo - BAL - Ayanbedejo suffered a bruised leg during the game on Sunday - initial indications are that the injury is minor.
OLB Derrick Brooks - TB - Brooks injured a hamstring during the game on Sunday. "I couldn't run and I could have ended up doing more harm than good. Sometimes pride gets in the way and it ends up costing you a season." The severity of the injury is currently being evaluated.
OLB Angelo Crowell - BUF - Crowell has been lost for the season due to his injured knee (IR).
OLB Troy Evans - NO - Evans was inactive on Sunday due to his injured ankle after being listed as questionable on Friday's injury report.
OLB Kris Griffin - CLE - Griffin was inactive on Sunday as expected after being listed as out on Friday (elbow).
OLB Paris Lenon - DET - Lenon had to be helped off the field because of a knee injury on Sunday, but afterwards he said he wasn't seriously injured. "I'll be fine," Lenon said. "Trust me." Evaluations are ongoing as of Monday morning.
OLB Shawne Merriman - SD - Merriman says he is in "wait-and-see" mode after playing through his injured knee ligaments in week 1: "It felt good," he said of the ailing left knee after the game. "But with that adrenaline going, you never really know. Over the next couple of days, I'll assess how I feel. As of right now, I'm getting ready for Game 2."
OLB Ernie Sims - DET - Sims left the game late in the second quarter on Sunday. Sims, who was carted off the sidelines a few minutes before halftime, reportedly suffered an ankle injury.
OLB Anthony Spencer - DAL - Spencer was inactive on Sunday as expected after being listed as out on Friday (knee).
Cornerback
CB Antonio Cromartie - SD - Cromartie left the game for a time during the second quarter due to a hip bruise. After being stretched out and working with trainers, he did finish the game.
CB Kelvin Hayden - IND - Hayden was poked in the eye and missed two first-half plays, but returned to action thereafter.
CB Corey Ivy - BAL - Ivy suffered a right ankle injury in the season opener, and initial indications are he may have damaged ligaments in his joint. Ivy was on crutches after the game - evaluations are ongoing.
CB David Jones - CIN - Jones sustained a head injury (possible concussion) during the game vs. Baltimore and didn't return to action. He'll be evaluated further as the week goes along.
CB Michael Lehan - MIA - Lehan was inactive on Sunday due to his injured ankle (listed as questionable on Friday).
CB Mike McKenzie - NO - McKenzie was inactive on Sunday due to his injured knee after being listed as questionable on Friday's injury report.
CB Justin Miller - NYJ - Miller was inactive on Sunday due to his injured foot (listed as questionable on Friday).
CB Terence Newman - DAL - Newman missed the game on Sunday due to his injured groin (listed as doubtful on Friday).
CB Scott Starks - JAX - Starks was inactive on Sunday due to his pectoral injury (listed as questionable on Friday).
Safety
S Thomas DeCoud - ATL - DeCoud missed the game on Sunday after being listed as questionable on Friday (ankle injury).
S Chinedum Ndukwe - CIN - Ndukwe was inactive on Sunday as expected (knee, out on Friday's injury report).
S Brodney Pool - CLE - Pool was inactive on Sunday after being listed as questionable on Friday due to his concussion/after-effects from his concussion.
