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Early Injury Report - Week 2

Quarterbacks:

San Francisco's Tim Rattay left the game vs. Atlanta on Sunday after taking a big hit that left his throwing arm shoulder sore and his head woozy. However, when Ken Dorsey was also injured (shoulder) during the game, Rattay returned to action. The severity of the shoulder injuries aren't currently known, and both players will be evaluated further as the week progresses.

St. Louis' Marc Bulger jammed his left index finger on Sunday, but continued to play. The injury is not considered serious at this time.

Running Backs

Buffalo's Travis Henry left the game on Sunday with cramps.

Chicago's FB Bryan Johnson bruised his right shoulder in the game on Sunday, but returned to action. The injury is not considered serious at this time.

Cleveland's Lee Suggs was inactive for Sundays' game due to a neck stinger. He is suffering from a spinal column condition that makes him susceptible to stingers, and the Browns are approaching the situation with caution.

Dallas' Richie Anderson landed hard out of bounds near the end of the game and may have sprained his knee. The severity of the sprain is not currently known, and Anderson will be evaluated further as the week goes along.

Miami's running back stable is thinning rapidly, as RBs Sammy Morris and Travis Minor both sprained ankles in the loss to the Titans and did not return to action. Coach Wannstedt declined comment on the pair's status after the game. The injuries seem to put Lamar Gordon in the starting lineup for the next game, at least.

Miami's FB Rob Konrad missed the week 1 game due to an infection in his thigh. He declined to comment on the problem after the game.

Minnesota's Moe Williams left the Dallas game in the fourth quarter with a sprained ankle. The degree of sprain is unknown at this time - he'll be evaluated further as the week progresses.

San Francisco's starting FB Fred Beasley continues to be sidelined by his left ankle sprain. No time-frame for his return was mentioned after the game on Sunday. Matt Stanley was promoted from practice squad and backed up Jason Isom at the position while Beasley was sidelined.

Seattle's Shaun Alexander suffered a right knee sprain in the victory over New Orleans. ESPN is indicating that a radio report from Seattle says Alexander could miss 1-2 weeks although official word from the team has not been released as of Monday afternoon.

Tennessee's Chris Brown sprained his left ankle in the game vs. Miami and did not return to play in the second half. Coach Fisher reported on Sunday that the ankle was improving, but that more tests would be done to evaluate the injury.

Wide Receivers

Baltimore's Travis Taylor re-injured his groin and missed the second half of action on Sunday. The extent of the aggravation isn't currently known - the injury will be evaluated further, and an MRI is scheduled.

Detroit's Charles Rogers has again broken his collarbone, in a different place than the fracture that cost him most of 2003. Coach Mariucci indicated that the injury was going to sideline Rogers "long term". On Monday, Mariucci stated that Rogers was to undergo surgery to repair the break and that he would be placed on IR, lost for another season.

Oakland's Ronald Curry cramped up during the game Sunday and was sidelined. The condition is not considered serious.

Tampa Bay's Joey Galloway aggravated a groin injury stretching out for a ball in the end-zone. His status for the game against Seattle is described by head coach Gruden as "not good" - after the injury, Galloway had to use crutches to stand on the sidelines. He is out indefinitely. The team reported Monday that Galloway has a torn left groin that will require 4-6 weeks of rest, minimum.

Tennessee's #3 WR Tyrone Calico has been able to jog on his scoped knee and is improving, although the Titans continue to term Calico "questionable" to play this week.

Tight Ends

No significant injuries to tight ends over the first week of games to report.

Kickers

No significant injuries to place kickers over the weekend to report.

Offensive Lineman

Baltimore's OL limped into the week 1 game, with center Mike Flynn (shoulder) and tackle Jonathan Ogden (knee) sidelined. Flynn is not expected back this week, either, and Ogden is iffy. Given how poorly the team was able to move the ball/protect Kyle Boller (3 sacks) on Sunday, the team needs Flynn and Ogden back on the OL. In addition to the starters' woes, replacement LT Ethan Brooks injured a knee late in the loss and will have an MRI/further evaluation as the week goes on.

Cincinnati Bengal's Center Rich Braham started but had to leave the game in the second quarter because of soreness in his knee. Braham had arthroscopic surgery less than two weeks ago - his status for the week 2 game is not currently known.

Dallas' OL was dealt a series of blows in the game vs. Minnesota: OG Andre Gurode sprained his left MCL and may be sidelined for several weeks. Center Tyson Walter also sprained his left knee, but the injury is not considered as serious as Gurode's at this time. The Cowboys were down to only Kurt Vollers as a backup lineman during the final minutes of the game.

Miami's OT John St. Clair reports that X-Rays on his injured ankle came back negative and that he should be just fine going into the next game.

The New York Giants' backup OL Wayne Lucier injured his shoulder during the game on Sunday. His status is currently unknown.

Oakland's LG Frank Middleton cramped up in the game on Sunday, and rookie OL Robert Gallery replaced him during the game. The cramping is not considered a serious injury.

Philadelphia's starting RG Shawn Andrews broke his right leg in the game Sunday, and will require surgery to repair the injury. He is out for the season.

Tampa Bay's backup RT Kenyatta Walker was icing a swollen right knee after the game on Sunday - he was inactive during the game. The inflammation has been flaring up throughout training camp.

Tennessee's starting LG Zach Piller ruptured his left biceps in the game on Saturday and is likely to miss the season if he elects to have the injury surgically repaired. He is seeking a second opinion, but is likely out for the year.

Defensive Lineman

Arizona's DE Calvin Pace suffered a stinger in the game vs. St. Louis. He's expected to play as usual this week (remember that stingers tend to recur once a person has suffered one, though).

Baltimore's NT Kelly Gregg injured a knee in the game on Sunday, and will be examined further as the week progresses.

Cleveland's DT Gerard Warren strained a pectoral muscle in the first quarter during the game on Sunday. The severity of the injury is unclear at this time.

Detroit's DE James Hall fractured his left thumb during the game on Sunday. His status for the coming weeks is not yet known.

Jacksonville's LDT Marcus Stroud was X-rayed for bruised ribs after the game vs. Buffalo. The severity of the injury is not currently known.

Kansas City's DE Vonnie Holliday (groin injury) and DE Eric Hicks (right ankle sprain) were injured in the loss to Denver. Both players will be evaluated further later in the week - their status is not currently known.

Miami's DT Tim Bowens declined comment on his injured back after missing the week 1 game vs. Tennessee due to the injury.

New Orleans' DT Brian Young left the game in the 3rd quarter with a left hip flexor injury and did not return to action.

New Orleans' DE Darren Howard (neck) missed the game on Sunday and his status for week 2 is in doubt.

Philadelphia's DE Jevon Kearse tweaked his right ankle during the game vs. New York, but wasn't seriously injured. The injury is considered minor at this time.

San Diego Chargers' defensive end Adrian Dingle did not play in the second half because of a quad strain, and defensive end Dave Ball hurt a shoulder. The players will be reevaluated today.

St. Louis' DE Anthony Hargrove sustained a mild concussion on the opening kickoff on Sunday. He returned to the action later in the day.

Linebackers

Chicago's LB Brian Urlacher had his sore hamstring iced after the game, but didn't miss a down during the game.

Cincinnati's stable of young LB's was lessened when rookie's Caleb Miller (left ankle) and Landon Johnson (ankle) were injured during the game. Johnson returned to action, but Caleb Miller was on crutches after the game and had his left ankle heavily wrapped. The injuries will be evaluated further later in the week.

Cincinnati's LB Brian Simmons sat out the week 1 game due to his injured knee, but the team is hopeful that Simmons can return for week 2 action.

New Orleans' MLB Courtney Watson left the game Sunday due to leg cramps. The condition is not considered serious.

The New York Giants' LB Carlos Emmons injured his groin during the game on Sunday. His status is currently unknown.

Philadelphia's LB Nate Wayne was sidelined due to a hamstring injury during the week 1 game.

Pittsburgh's ILB Kendrell Bell missed the game on Sunday due to groin and shoulder injuries. His availability for this week is unknown as of Monday.

San Diego's linebacker Ben Leber injured his foot on Sunday. He'll be re-evaluated today.

San Francisco's LB Julian Peterson suffered a hip pointer in the game on Sunday. He is probable to start next week's game.

St. Louis' LBs Trev Faulk (torn hamstring) and Pisa Tinoisamoa (dislocated right shoulder) were injured in the game on Sunday. Tinoisamoa returned to action wearing a harness, but may be unavailable for some time while he works on healing the shoulder, according to coach Martz. An MRI is scheduled to further evaluate this injury. Faulk's torn hamstring is likely to sideline him for several weeks.

Washington's LB Mike Barrow was sidelined in week 1 due to a knee injury. His status for the week 2 game is unknown.

Defensive Backs

Baltimore's starting RCB Gary Baxter injured his hand in the game on Sunday. The webbing was split, then stitched up. Baxter returned to action after the stitches.

Cincinnati's S Rogers Beckett was forced to leave the game after a blow to his head, the second time during 2004 that a head injury has sidelined Beckett. The severity of this head injury isn't currently known.

Cincinnati's CB Deltha O'Neal missed the game on Sunday due to an ankle injury, but is expected to play in the week 2 game vs. Miami.

Denver's CBs Lenny Walls (shoulder injury) and Kelly Herndon (leg cramps) were forced from the Sunday night game.

Denver CB Champ Bailey had a cut on his chin that required stitches. He returned to action after having the cut stitched up, and the injury is not considered serious at this time.

Detroit's starting RCB Dre Bly sprained a ligament in his knee in the game, will undergo an MRI on Tuesday to further evaluate the injury. Coach Mariucci is "hoping" that it's not a serious injury. On Monday the team indicated that Bly would probably miss the next two games.

Indianapolis' starting S Mike Doss injured his hamstring early in the game on Thursday, and may miss at least three weeks, according to initial reports. Donald Strickland may slide over into Doss' spot while he recuperates.

Kansas City's CB William Bartee suffered a concussion and a sprained neck in the loss to Denver. His injuries will be evaluated further later in the week - post-concussion syndrome can be tricky to deal with, so it wouldn't be a surprise to see Bartee miss some time due to this injury. Fellow DB's CB Eric Warfield (left knee bruise) and S Greg Wesley (right hamstring strain) have injuries to nurse to start week 2. They will also be evaluated further later in the week.

Minnesota's DBs took two hits to the secondary's depth during week 1. Third cornerback Ken Irvin, who was scheduled to start because Brian Williams was nursing a knee injury, ruptured his right Achilles' tendon as he backpedaled. Backup DB Rushen Jones also suffered a chest bruise during the game, forcing him out of the lineup. Ken Irvin is done for the season. The severity of Jones' injury isn't currently known.

New Orleans' CB Jason Craft missed the game on Sunday due to a sprained left ankle. His status for the coming game is unclear as of Monday.

Philadelphia's CB Lito Sheppard broke his right thumb during the game, but returned to action and indicated after the game that he believed he could play in the week 2 game despite the injury.

Pittsburgh's S Ainsley Battles left the game on Sunday with an ankle injury. The severity of the injury is not currently known.

San Francisco's CB Mike Rumph injured his groin in the first half of the game Sunday and did not return to action. Rumph is doubtful for the week 2 game as of Monday.

San Francisco's CB Ahmed Plummer strained his neck in the game on Sunday, and is probable for the next game.

St. Louis' cornerback Aeneas Williams limped off the field after a lineman fell on the back of his calf on Sunday, but was able to resume play. Cornerback Jerametrius Butler dislocated two fingers but stayed in the game - neither DB is considered to have a serious injury.

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