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Monday Injury Report - Week 17


Quarterbacks

Arizona's John Navarre was inactive on Sunday due to his injured finger (questionable on Friday).

Atlanta's Michael Vick sat out the game on Sunday due to his injured shoulder. Rookie Matt Schaub started and threw 2 interceptions (no TDs) during the game.

Cincinnati's Carson Palmer couldn't play on Sunday due to his injured knee (doubtful on Friday). Jon Kitna started in Palmer's place, and led the team to a victory over the hapless Giants.

Cleveland's Kelly Holcomb missed the game on Sunday due to his rib injuries (listed as questionable on Friday).

Jacksonville's Byron Leftwich suffered a concussion during the game on Sunday. He stayed in the game for a time, but seemed woozy as the game continued and ended up on the bench after the game was out of reach. He'll be evaluated further this week to determine the severity of the concussion/after effects of the concussion.

Pittsburgh's Ben Roethlisberger injured his ribs/sternum during the game on Sunday. Offensive Coordinator Ken Whisenhunt comment on Roethlisberger's condition Sunday: "It's a little too early for that. We'll see how Ben feels and see what's going on."

San Francisco's Ken Dorsey injured a finger during the game on Sunday (he's listed as probable for next week), and was replaced by Cody Pickett (who was also ineffective). Tim Rattay was out, as expected (foot).

Seattle's Matt Hasselbeck aggravated his injured elbow in warm-ups on Sunday, and was unable to play vs. Arizona (game-time decision). Trent Dilfer stepped into the starting lineup and led the team to a 3-point victory in the crucial NFC West matchup.

Tampa Bay's Brian Griese suffered a right hip strain in the game on Sunday, and is questionable for the season finale. There is speculation in the Tampa Bay press that Chris Simms may get the nod for the final regular season game.

Tennessee's Steve McNair sat out the game on Sunday due to his sternum injury, as expected.

Running Backs

Atlanta's T.J. Duckett sat out of the game on Sunday due to his recovering knee condition (arthroscopic surgery to remove loose bodies).

Buffalo's Travis Henry was inactive on Sunday due to his injury (ankle/leg, doubtful). Willis McGahee played in spite of his strained knee on Sunday, and gained 15/102/2 rushing while splitting time with Shaud Williams (17/93/1). The Bills' running back stable is in decent shape heading into the season finale.

Chicago's FB/RB Bryan Johnson (foot, out) missed the game on Sunday, as expected.

Cincinnati's Chris Perry (abdomen, out) missed the game on Sunday, as expected. He hasn't played in a game all year long.

Denver's Tatum Bell played on Sunday despite his separated shoulder, while FB Kyle Johnson was unable to play due to an injured ankle (inactive on Saturday). The teams' #3 RB Garrison Hearst fractured his left hand during the game and is expected to miss the remainder of the team's season.

Green Bay plans to be "careful" with running back Ahman Green this week, according to coach Sherman: "He got hurt earlier in the season and has been playing with those fractured, broken ribs. I don't know if any running back at this point of the season is ever completely healthy. But certainly with the fractured ribs that he's been playing with, those are slow to heal and are always there. I would not say he's 100 percent, but his legs seem to be in pretty good shape." RB Najeh Davenport (shoulder injury) will be rested this week - his status for the season finale is unclear.

Jacksonville's Fred Taylor missed the game on Sunday due to his injured left knee (sprained MCL).

Kansas City's Derrick Blaylock (knee, questionable) was inactive for the game on Saturday.

Minnesota's Onterrio Smith (illness, probable) missed the game on Friday (he was inactive).

New England's RB Kevin Faulk (knee, questionable) was inactive for the game on Sunday. New York Giant's RB Derrick Ward (ankle, questionable) was inactive for the game on Sunday. Oakland's Tyrone Wheatley missed the game on Saturday due to his hamstring/foot injuries, as expected (out). He has been placed on IR, officially ending his season.

Pittsburgh's Duce Staley missed the game on Sunday due to his hamstring injury (questionable on Friday's injury report).

San Francisco's RB Maurice Hicks (elbow) and FB Fred Beasley (neck) were both dinged up in the loss on Sunday (they are listed as probable for next week's finale).

Seattle's FB Mack Strong bruised his quadriceps in the game on Sunday, and could not return to action.

Tennessee's Chris Brown (toe, out) missed the game on Saturday, as expected.

Washington's Clinton Portis was forced out of the game vs. Dallas due to a bruised chest. He sprained the SC joint, where the shoulder and chest join, and is expected to undergo a MRI today to assess the severity of the injury.

Wide Receivers

Baltimore's WR Travis Taylor was a late scratch due to tightness in his back - the team opted to start another WR and rest Taylor, who could have played (but he's been inconsistent this season, so the team opted for Randy Hymes, according to local reports).

Carolina's WR Keary Colbert sprained his ankle during the game on Sunday - the severity of the sprain isn't currently known, and he will be evaluated further as the week goes along.

Cincinnati's WR Chad Johnson limped off the field during the game on Sunday, but returned to action shortly thereafter.

Green Bay's WR Robert Ferguson (head/neck, out) missed the game on Friday, as expected. Coach Sherman commented on Ferguson's condition: Robert Ferguson is doing a little bit better today. It's the first sign of improvement since the injury. Not great, great improvement, but he has made some improvement here over the last 24 hours. He has a little bit better range and motion. He still has some weakness in his (left) side… The blow to the head, the trauma to the head, which obviously affected the neck and the brain, has obviously affected his loss of feeling on his one side. That is slowly coming back. It is not full strength at this current time." The team isn't sure if Ferguson will be ready to play during the playoffs, although they do expect a full recovery. Fellow WR Donald Driver has a sore shoulder, and may be rested this week - the injury is being evaluated further.

Houston's J.J. Moses (ankle, not listed on Friday) was inactive for the game on Sunday.

Kansas City's Johnnie Morton (knee, doubtful on Friday) was inactive for the game on Saturday.

Minnesota's Randy Moss was not bothered by his hamstring or back on Friday, according to coach Tice. His ineffective play was not due to nagging injuries. WR Kelly Campbell suffered a mild concussion during the game (he'll be evaluated further as the week goes along).

New England's WR Bethel Johnson (thigh, questionable) was inactive for the game on Sunday.

New Orleans' Donte Stallworth suffered a hip pointer in the game on Sunday, but stayed in the game. The injury is considered minor at this time.

New York Giant's WR Jamaar Taylor missed the game on Sunday, as expected (quadriceps, doubtful). WR/PR Mark Jones strained his groin in pre-game workouts and couldn't go, forcing Ike Hilliard to do kick return duty.

Oakland's WR John Stone (hamstring, probable) was inactive for the game on Saturday.

Pittsburgh's Plaxico Burress returned to action on Sunday despite his sore hamstring, and caught a long TD pass from Ben Roethlisberger.

San Diego's Keenan McCardell (hamstring, questionable) missed the game on Sunday due to his injury. WR/PR Eric Parker suffered a rib injury during the game - the severity of the injury is not yet clear.

San Francisco's Brandon Lloyd was sidelined for the second half of the game on Sunday due to a toe/foot injury (he's questionable for next week). WR Arnaz Battle was inactive (thigh, questionable on Friday).

Seattle's Jerheme Urban (foot, out) was inactive for the game on Sunday, as expected.

Tight Ends

Atlanta's Alge Crumpler missed the game on Sunday due to a sore knee (questionable on Friday).

Baltimore's TE Todd Heap aggravated his sprained ankle and had a lot of swelling as a result - the re-injury will be evaluated further as the week goes on.

Buffalo's TE Jason Peters missed the game on Sunday (hamstring, questionable).

Cleveland's TE Aaron Shea (knee/ankle, questionable) was inactive for the game on Sunday due to his injuries.

Dallas' Jason Witten suffered a nose injury (gash/possible break) that required stitches during the game vs. Washington on Sunday. He's not expected to miss playing time due to the injury, though.

Indianapolis' Marcus Pollard (ankle, questionable) missed the game on Sunday due to his injury.

Oakland's Courtney Anderson (knee, doubtful) was active but did not play on Sunday.

San Francisco's Eric Johnson injured his ribs in the loss on Sunday - he's probable to play in the season finale.

Tennessee's TE Erron Kinney was active but very limited due to a serious ankle sprain - he did not play in the game.

Place Kickers

No injuries of note this week.

Punters

Seattle's Ken Walters injured his ribs in the game on Sunday, but continued to play. He appeared to have trouble due to the pain, though.

Offensive Lineman

Arizona's OT Leonard Davis (torn meniscus in left knee, probable on last Friday's injury report) left the game at half-time on Sunday and is apparently done for the season. His knee is swelling excessively during the course of a game at this point in the year. "It's not looking too good right now," said Davis after the game. "That's the worst it ever felt for me. Before, it's just been real sore. Right now it's popping and clicking to where it's not functional. And when it's not functional, you have serious problems."

Baltimore's LG Edwin Mulitalo tore his left triceps in the game on Sunday - surgery will be required to repair the injury (he's lost for the season).

Buffalo's C/LS Jon Dorenbos (knee, out) was inactive for the game on Sunday. G Chris Villarial suffered an abdominal injury on Sunday - the severity of the injury is currently unknown.

Chicago's OT John Tait (right knee MCL sprain, probable) started and played well in his return to action after 3 games sidelined.

Denver's RG Dan Neil (groin/knee, questionable) was inactive for the game on Sunday, and is expected to miss the season finale vs. Indianapolis. He will need surgery to repair his injuries after the season (the team is likely to release Neil, according to reports out of Denver).

Detroit's RG Damien Woody was forced from the game on Sunday due to a groin injury - the injury is being evaluated further.

Green Bay's T Kevin Barry (quadriceps, questionable) was inactive for the game on Friday. He'll be evaluated further this week. C Grey Ruegamer has a sore ankle and may miss the season finale as a result, in order to be ready for the playoffs.

Houston's OG Zach Wiegert (knee, out) missed the game on Sunday, as expected.

Indianapolis' G Rick DeMulling (ribs, doubtful) missed the game on Sunday due to his injury.

Kansas City's C Chris Bober (toe, questionable) was inactive for the game on Saturday.

New York Giants' G Chris Snee (jaw/gland, out) and T Brandon Winey (concussion, out) were both sidelined on Sunday.

Oakland's G Ron Stone (knee, out) missed the game on Saturday, as expected. He has now been placed on IR officially, after missing every game since Oct. 31st.

San Francisco's C/G Rob Murphy suffered a concussion in the game on Sunday - he's probable to play in the season finale as of Monday.

Seattle's T Walter Jones injured his ankle during the game on Sunday and did not return to game-play. He had X-rays which showed no damage - further evaluations are ongoing. He couldn't stand up without assistance after the game, according to reports in the Seattle press.

Tampa Bay's LT Derrick Deese sprained his left foot on Sunday and is questionable to play in the season finale. OT Anthony Davis may start in his place. C Sean Mahan strained his left quadriceps, but is probable to play in the season finale despite the injury.

Tennessee's T Jason Matthews was active but did not play on Sunday due to his bad back (questionable on Friday). Rookie OL Jason Bell (started at LG for 14 games this year) ruptured his right ACL in the loss to Denver and is headed for surgery this week - he's done for the season. "He will be having surgery as soon as we get the swelling out, and he'll be in for a long, hard offseason like the rest of the guys," Coach Jeff Fisher reports. "At this point for Jacob, it is going to be tight. Training camp may be a reach for him right now." OL Fred Miller has aggravated his injured ankle (additional swelling), has an injured knee as well - he may go in for surgery as early as next Monday, after the Titan's season finale. The team hopes Miller can play as they are very thin along the OL with numerous other injuries limiting players (the entire OL is essentially a bunch of "walking wounded") and G Zach Piller on IR.

Defensive Lineman

Atlanta's DT Ed Jasper (hand, questionable on Friday) was inactive for the game on Sunday. DT Travis Hall left the game early in the fourth quarter with an ankle injury - the severity of the injury isn't currently known.

Carolina's DE Kemp Rasmussen (neck, questionable) was inactive for the game on Sunday.

Chicago's DE Adewale Ogunleye missed the game on Sunday due to his lower right leg injury, and may need surgery to correct the problem - he's probably done for the season.

Cincinnati's DE Duane Clemons (knee, doubtful) missed the game on Sunday. DL Langston Moore sprained his left ankle and left the stadium on crutches - he'll be evaluated further later in the week.

Denver's DE Trevor Pryce (back, questionable) believes that he will appear in the final regular season game, vs. Indianapolis, despite being inactive again on Saturday due to his bad back.

Green Bay's DT James Lee (knee, out) has been placed on IR due to the cartilage damage in his injured knee.

Kansas City's DE Vonnie Holliday (groin, out) missed the game on Saturday, and has been placed on IR, ending his injury-shortened season.

Minnesota's DE Kenechi Udeze strained a calf in the game on Friday, but continued to play - the injury is considered minor at this time.

New England's DE Richard Seymour suffered a leg injury in the third quarter and did not return to action. The severity of the injury is unknown at this time.

New York Giants' DT Norman Hand (groin, out/IR) missed the game on Sunday, as expected. DT Kenderick Allen (hamstring, out) was also sidelined.

New York Jets' DE John Abraham (sprained right knee, out) was inactive for the game on Sunday, as expected.

San Diego's DT Eric Downing (knee, probable) missed the game on Sunday (he was inactive).

San Francisco's DT Anthony Adams was inactive on Sunday (knee, questionable).

Seattle's DT Marcus Tubbs (ankle, out) and DE Grant Wistrom (torn MCL in left knee, out) were inactive on Sunday.

Tennessee's DT Albert Haynesworth (elbow, questionable) was inactive again on Saturday for the Titans.

Linebackers

Arizona's LB Raynoch Thompson (shoulder, probable) was active for the game on Sunday but limited to a few snaps in nickel situations. He has a grievance filed against the team due to a contract squabble dating to last season, and there is speculation in the local press that Thompson may not be a Cardinal for much longer.

Baltimore's LB Bart Scott (knee, questionable) was inactive for the game on Sunday.

Chicago's LB Brian Urlacher was ruled "out" of the game on Sunday due to his injured hamstring, and did not play, as expected. He's now been placed on IR, officially ending his season.

Dallas' LB Al Singleton (groin, questionable) was unable to play on Sunday due to his injury. He has now been placed on IR - his season is over.

Green Bay's LB Hannibal Navies has a sore shoulder, and may be rested this week to improve his fitness for the playoffs, according to coach Sherman.

Houston's LB Antwan Peek suffered a dislocated right shoulder in the game on Sunday, and may miss the season finale due to this injury - he'll be evaluated further later in the week, but initial indications are not good for Peek.

Indianapolis' LB Jim Nelson broke his clavicle in the game on Sunday - the injury will almost certainly end his season. Gilbert Gardner hurt his shoulder (severity currently unknown).

Miami's LB Eddie Moore (knee/calf, out) missed the game on Sunday night, as expected.

New England's LB Matt Chatham (hamstring, questionable) was inactive for the game on Sunday.

New Orleans' LB Orlando Ruff (right ankle, questionable) was inactive for the game vs. Atlanta on Sunday.

Oakland's LBs Sam Williams (high ankle sprain, doubtful) and DeLawrence Grant (knee, questionable) both missed the game on Saturday due to their injuries. Williams is also expected to miss the season finale - he probably needs surgery to repair his injured ankle, according to reports out of Oakland.

Pittsburgh's LB Kendrell Bell (groin, out) and LB Clark Haggans (groin, out) both missed the game on Sunday, as expected.

San Francisco's Jamie Winborn (shoulder, out) missed the game on Sunday, as expected. LB Jeff Ulbrich injured his elbow on Sunday (probable to play in the season finale).

Seattle's LB Tracy White (hamstring, out) missed the game on Sunday as expected.

Tennessee's LBs Rocky Boiman (calf) and Cody Spencer (abdomen) were both inactive for the game on Sunday after being listed as questionable on Friday. Neither player has seen action for several weeks.

Washington LB LaVar Arrington was very limited in the game vs. Dallas, and reported after the game "My leg just didn't feel as good as it did last week. It was a struggle during the week of practice. It was a struggle today. It is what it is." Arrington's status for the season finale is in question as a result of his aggravated knee injury/bone bruise.

Defensive Backs

Arizona's S Adrian Mayes (shoulder, probable on Friday) and CB Renaldo Hill (back, out on Friday) were both inactive for the game on Sunday.

Atlanta's CB Jason Webster (groin, questionable) was inactive for the game on Sunday.

Cincinnati's DB Rogers Beckett (neck, doubtful) missed the game on Sunday.

Chicago's CB Todd McMillon (hamstring, questionable), S Cameron Worrell (sprained right ankle, out) and CB Bobby Gray (quadriceps, questionable) all missed the game on Sunday.

Cleveland's S Chris Crocker (biceps, doubtful) was inactive for the game on Sunday due to his injury.

Detroit's CB Fernando Bryant (ankle, doubtful) was inactive for the game on Sunday.

Indianapolis' S Bob Sanders (knee, doubtful) and S Idrees Bashir (hamstring, doubtful) were both inactive for the game on Sunday. CB Nick Harper missed the second half of the game due to a back injury that flared up during the first half of play.

Jacksonville's Juran Bolden (quadriceps, doubtful) missed the game on Sunday, as expected. FS Deon Grant was knocked out of the game with an injured knee - he may not be able to play in the season finale. Deke Cooper would replace Grant if his knee doesn't get well enough by next Sunday.

Kansas City's S Jerome Woods (knee, doubtful) missed the game on Saturday - he has been sidelined for several weeks due to this injury.

Minnesota's CB Ralph Brown (eye injury, out) missed the game on Friday, as expected. CB Antoine Winfield started but could not finish the game due to his sore high ankle sprain. He expects to play in the season finale - further evaluations of the injury will be done this week.

New England's S Dexter Reid (shoulder, doubtful), CB Ty Law (foot, questionable) and CB Randall Gay (arm/flu, questionable) were all inactive for the game on Sunday due to their injuries.

New Orleans' S Mel Mitchell (groin, questionable) was inactive for the game on Sunday. FS Steve Gleason left the game early in the third quarter with a chest injury. The injury was diagnosed as a pulmonary contusion and he was taken to a local hospital for further treatment - Gleason's status for the next game is not currently known. The injury was diagnosed as a bruised lung in the hospital - Gleason was coughing up blood. Said coach Haslett after the game: "I didn't know how bad he was until I saw him spitting blood. I just thought he'd gotten crushed on the play. But doctors seem to think he's got a chance to play this week, depending how he comes out of it. We'll know more when we come back to work on Wednesday."

New York Giant's S Gibril Wilson (neck, out) missed the game on Sunday, as expected.

Oakland's CB Charles Woodson (knee, doubtful) and CB Phillip Buchanon (bruised tailbone, doubtful) were both sidelined during the game on Saturday due to their injuries.

Pittsburgh's CB Chad Scott was inactive on Sunday (quadriceps/knee, questionable), despite being upgraded in status from "out". CB DeShea Townsend may need surgery on his broken right hand (to insert pins) - he stated after suffering the injury in the 4th quarter: "It's something that guys play with. There are a lot of players hurt in this locker room. I'll just put a cast on and be ready. It's like three weeks before I have to play on it. They say in two weeks you may start moving with it, so, by the third week, I'll be able to play." Townsend probably won't play in the season finale.

San Diego's CB Sammy Davis (broken leg, questionable) missed the game on Sunday.

San Francisco's CBs were dinged up in the game on Sunday (all are probable to play in the season finale): Dwaine Carpenter has a sore back, Shawntae Spencer has a sore shoulder, and Jimmy Williams has a sore thumb.

Seattle's CB Bobby Taylor (knee, doubtful) was inactive for the game on Sunday. Emerging rookie S Michael Boulware was carted off the field on Sunday with a sprained foot. He's being evaluated further on Monday.

Tennnesse's DBs Samari Rolle (knee) Lance Schulters (foot) and Andre Woolfolk (wrist) were all inactive on Saturday, as expected (listed as out on Friday).

Washington's CB Fred Smoot was hospitalized after a back injury/vomiting incident during the game vs. Dallas on Sunday. His status for the season finale is not currently known.

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