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| Browns tight end Kellen Winslow Jr. missed the team's first preseason game because of a sore hamstring, according to the Associated Press. |
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| Thomas Jones ran the ball just four times for 11 yards as the Jets beat Cleveland in Thursday's preseason contest. |
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| Derek Anderson threw just five passes, though he completed four of them, including one for a touchdown to Braylon Edwards in the Browns loss to the Jets. |
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| David Clowney had to make an impression on the Jets, as he caught four passes for 163 yards and two touchdowns. |
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| Tight end Martin Rucker, the Browns fourth-round draft pick out of Missouri, had a very good debut for the team, hauling in five passes for 70 yards. Both of the totals led the team. |
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| Kyle Orton, QB, Chicago Bears | Thursday 8/7, 10:36 PM CT |
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| Bears quarterback did not play poorly, but he was not great either, connecting on seven of 10 passes for 56 yards. He also fumbled, but did not lose the ball. |
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| Matt Forte, RB, Chicago Bears | Thursday 8/7, 10:18 PM CT |
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| Rookie running back Matt Forte ran the ball seven times for 25 yards in the Bears preseason loss to Kansas City. |
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| Chiefs running back Larry Johnson got a solid amount of work, rushing eight times for 18 yards in Kansas City's first preseason game. |
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| Brodie Croyle went 6-for-10 for 82 yards in the Chiefs 24-20 win over the Bears. |
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| Reggie Bush, RB, New Orleans Saints | Thursday 8/7, 10:00 PM CT |
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| Reggie Bush has not rushed for over four yards per carry in either of his two seasons, and he began the preseason rushing seven times for 22 yards, a 3.1 average. Half of his yards came on one carry. |
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| Matt Leinart completed seven of his eight pass attempts for 91 yards as Arizona lost to the New Orleans Saints. |
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| Former first-round pick, wide receiver Robert Meachem, had a great preseason debut, catching four passes for 139 yards and a score as the Saints beat Arizona 24-10. |
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| Joe Flacco, QB, Baltimore Ravens | Thursday 8/7, 9:52 PM CT |
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| Reports were that Joe Flacco had not been real good in training camp for the Ravens, and he surely wasn't good for Baltimore in their preseason game. Flacco attempted three passes and completed none of them, and he also lost a fumble. |
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| Running back LaMont Jordan carried the ball 19 times, gaining 76 yards while scoring a touchdown for New England in their preseason contest against Baltimore. |
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| Kyle Boller, QB, Baltimore Ravens | Thursday 8/7, 9:47 PM CT |
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| Ravens quarterback Kyle Boller did not have a good start to the preseason. Though he completed 11-of-15 passes for 102 yards, he also threw an interception and lost a fumble as the Ravens beat New England. |
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| Kevin Smith ran the ball eight times for a total of 22 yards, and seven of those yards came on one carry as the Lions beat the New York Giants 13-10. |
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| Tatum Bell, RB, Denver Broncos | Thursday 8/7, 9:09 PM CT |
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| Lions running back Tatum Bell did not have a great game against the Giants, rushing seven times for a total of eight yards, a 1.1 average. |
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| David Carr, QB, New York Giants | Thursday 8/7, 9:08 PM CT |
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| David Carr had a nice game for the Giants, going 9-of-12 for 91 yards and a touchdown as New York lost to the Lions. |
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| Jon Kitna, QB, Detroit Lions | Thursday 8/7, 9:05 PM CT |
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| Lions quarterback Jon Kitna played well in his first preseason action of the year, completing six passes in seven attempts and throwing one touchdown in the Lions 13-10 win over the Giants. |
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| Buffalo Bills second-round pick, wide receiver James Hardy, will play in the team's preseason game, as he has sufficiently recovered from his hamstring injury, according to BuffaloBills.com. |
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| Patriots safety Tank Williams suffered from a knee injury during tonight's game, reports the Providence Journal. He was taken out and will not return. |
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| Chris Redman will start at quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons in their preseason opener against the Jaguars instead of rookie Matt Ryan, according to the Associated Press. |
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| There are six teams that have an interest in signing quarterback Chad Pennington, reports ESPN.com. However, he likely won't sign for a few days because of the plethora of preseason games going on right now. |
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| Sam Aiken, WR, New England Patriots | Thursday 8/7, 7:56 PM CT |
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| Wide receiver and kick receiver Sam Aiken left tonight's game with an injury and will not return, according to the Providence Journal. |
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| Bears first-round pick, offensive tackle Chris Williams, underwent surgery to repair a herniated disc in his back, and it is possible he could be out for the entire season, according to ProFootballTalk.com. |
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| Beau Bell, LB, Cleveland Browns | Thursday 8/7, 7:28 PM CT |
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| Browns rookie linebacker Beau Bell had arthroscopic surgery on his right knee to take care of loose cartilage, the AP reports. |
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| Broncos wide receiver Brandon Stokley will not play on the outside, instead concentrating on getting snaps solely in the slot, according to the Rocky Mountain News. "I think he's the best slot receiver in the National Football League," Broncos coach Mike Shanahan said. |
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| T.J. Houshmandzadeh is unlikely to play in Cincinnati's initial preseason game against the Packers on Monday, according to Bengals.com. |
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| Offensive tackle Fred Miller will decide whether to sign with Chicago, Houston or Baltimore soon, with his preference being the Bears, according to the Chicago Tribune. |
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| Offensive lineman Charles Spencer was released by the Panthers because he was overweight, according to the Houston Chronicle. |
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| The Chicago Bears are probably do not have any interest in acquiring quarterback Chad Pennington, reports the Chicago Sun-Times. |
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| It turns out that Redskins running back Clinton Portis will play on Saturday against Buffalo, according to the Washington Post. It has been previously reported that Portis would sit that game out. He seemed none too thrilled with the news, saying, "s this [going to be] good? For who? For y'all? For the media? For the public? I guess. But what's good for [No.] 26 is rest. Rest is important. Rest is vital." |
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| New Eagles cornerback Asante Samuel will not be available to play when the team opens the preseason against the Steelers, reports NFL.com. Samuel is still suffering from a strained hamstring. |
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| Michael Coe, CB, Indianapolis Colts | Thursday 8/7, 4:31 PM CT |
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| Michael Coe underwent surgery on his knee and will be out of commission for two months, according to Pro Football Weekly. |
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| As expected, Chad Pennington has been released by the Jets, according to ProFootballTalk.com. Jets' GM Mike Tannenbaum stated, "I have all the respect in the world for Chad as a person and a player. We have accomplished a lot of great things with Chad, including winning playoff games, which is very hard to do. He gave his heart and soul to this organization for a long, long time. I really appreciate everything he has done."
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| Dwayne Jarrett remains inconsistent through training camp and the Panthers are still waiting for him to perform up to his potential, according to the Rock Hill Herald. Offensive coordinator Jeff Davidson said, "You know, Dwayne I think is, each day we try to make steps with him. Some days we feel better than others. He’s got to get a level of consistency that we’re all comfortable with, including himself."
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| Ronnie Brown will be a game-time decision for Saturday's exhibition game against Tampa Bay, according to the South Florida Sun-Sentinel. Brown said, "It's been a while since I've been on the field in a game situation, so I'm excited to be out there and have an opportunity to play against another team. We have to see how it feels come Saturday and call it from there . Obviously I have to keep everything in perspective and not get too excited about being out there."
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| The Jaguars have signed former Falcons' defensive tackle Jesse Mahelona, according to the Florida Times Union. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. |
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| Kevin Lovell has been waived by the Falcons, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The team also signed offensive lineman Doug Datish. |
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| Andre Johnson is not expected to play Saturday against the Broncos due to his groin injury, according to the Houston Chronicle. He has been running on the side during practices, but the doctors don't want to rush him back and take a risk on aggravating the injury. |
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| Justin Hamilton has re-signed with the Redskins, according to the Washington Post. Terms were not disclosed. |
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| Ray Rice, RB, Baltimore Ravens | Thursday 8/7, 1:30 PM CT |
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| Ray Rice has been impressing the Ravens' coaches so far in training camp, according to the Baltimore Sun. |
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| It was initially believed that Chinedum Ndukwe would be fine, but the Bengals' official team website indicates that he could miss up to six weeks due to a "lower leg" injury.
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| The Dolphins are going to target Chad Pennington if he is released by the Jets as expected, according to the Miami Herald. |
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| Reggie Brown, WR, Philadelphia Eagles | Thursday 8/7, 12:56 PM CT |
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| Reggie Brown is expected to miss the Eagles' first preseason game due to a strained Achilles' tendon, according to the Philadelphia Daily News. |
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| Craig Davis, WR, San Diego Chargers | Thursday 8/7, 12:44 PM CT |
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| Craig Davis looks ready to be a steady receiving option for the Chargers in his second season, according to Sporting News Today. Last year's first-round pick has been catching balls consistently and has been running strong all throughout camp. |
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| With Justin Fargas' emergence and the drafting of Darren McFadden, Michael Bush has been a forgotten man in Oakland. But Bush had a "special" day during Wednesday's practice, according to coach Lane Kiffin. He is being groomed for short-yardage and goal-line situations and has excelled in said areas so far in camp, according to Sporting News Today. Bush is making a push to be a regular contributer on offense. |
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| Ryan Torain, RB, Denver Broncos | Thursday 8/7, 12:37 PM CT |
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| Ryan Torain underwent surgery Thursday to repair a torn ligament in his left elbow, according to the Rocky Mountain News. |
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| Cowboys' offensive coordinator Jason Garrett considers Marion Barber an every-down back, according to the Dallas Morning News. |
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| With the injury to Ryan Torain, undrafted rookie Anthony Aldridge has gotten extended snaps at running back and has shown shiftiness in the open field as well as a terrific burst, according to Sporting News Today. |
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| LaRon Landry, S, Washington Redskins | Thursday 8/7, 12:25 PM CT |
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| LaRon Landry is still unable to participate in full drills because of his injured left hamstring and is feeling really frustrated right now, according to the Washington Post. He has been hindered since early in camp, and said, "If I want to push on it or really get after it running, I'm really not feeling it mentally. Physically, I'm about 80 percent. Mentally, I'm just not ready. When I feel that pain, I know I have to shut it down because I know how bad it would be if I pulled it."
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| Vernon Davis, TE, San Francisco 49ers | Thursday 8/7, 12:01 PM CT |
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| Vernon Davis stated that his role in going to increase "big time" with Mike Martz in control of the offense, according to the SF Chronicle. He believes he can be the top tight end in the NFL and said, "I'm going to be No. 1. That's my goal, nothing less. With this offense, I believe I can do it. I'm saying I'm going to have a great season. An awesome one. Under Martz, my role is going to increase big time. Way more touches. This is a new beginning. This is a breakout season."
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| Antonio Cromartie thinks he can snatch an NFL record 15 interceptions this season, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune. When questioned about his lofty goal he said, "That's a very serious statement. A very, very serious statement."
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| Kolby Smith, RB, Kansas City Chiefs | Thursday 8/7, 10:51 AM CT |
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| Kolby Smith will not play in Thursday's preseason game against the Bears due to his groin injury, according to the KC Star. |
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| Branden Albert expects to miss the remainder of the preseason due to his sprained foot, according to the KC Star. |
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| Derrick Jones has signed with the Bills, according to BuffaloBills.com. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. |
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| Dre Bly, CB, Denver Broncos | Thursday 8/7, 10:33 AM CT |
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| Dre Bly suffered an arm injury during the morning workout Wednesday and did not return, according to the Denver Post. |
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| Ryan Torain, RB, Denver Broncos | Thursday 8/7, 10:29 AM CT |
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| Coach Mike Shanahan praised injured rookie running back Ryan Torain, according to the Denver Post. Shanahan said, "He's one of the most gifted running backs I've been around for a long time. He is very similar to Terrell Davis when he came in. It's a big loss. I thought he had a chance to compete to be the starting running back."
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| Adam Schefter of NFL Network indicates that Chad Pennington is expected to be released by the Jets today, according to ProFootballTalk.com. |
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| Roderick Hood is nursing a slight contusion in his foot, but an MRI revealed nothing serious, according to the East Valley Tribune. |
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| Antrel Rolle will be given a look as a kick returner at some point during the preseason, according to the East Valley Tribune. |
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| Matt Leinart is going to start tonight's preseason game against the Saints, according to the East Valley Tribune. He is likely to see 15-20 plays, along with the rest of the first-team offense. Ken Whisenhunt said (regarding the starters), "Hopefully, we’ll get some good work out of them and have a couple good drives, and we can start looking at the younger guys." He added, "If we do well, move the ball and decide to keep the line in there just a little bit longer, then Kurt Warner will play. It’s really going to be dictated by how the game goes."
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| D.J. Hackett has displayed poor durability with the Panthers so far, and was carted off the field during practice Wednesday due to a toe injury, according to the Rock Hill Herald. |
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| Ryne Robinson is suffering from a sprained MCL and PCL in his left knee, but is hopeful to be ready for Week 1 against the Chargers, according to the Rock Hill Herald. |
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| The team has praised rookie Jordon Dizon's speed, athleticism, and high energy, but it remains to be seen if the undersized linebacker can handle the pounding and punishment from bigger and stronger NFL running backs, blockers, and tight ends, according to MLive.com.
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| Kevin Smith will get 8-10 carries in his first preseason game tonight against the defending champion Giants, according to MLive.com. If he performs well, expect the talk to heat up about Smith stealing the starting job at running back from Tatum Bell.
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| Mike Jenkins will fill in for the injured Terence Newman at left cornerback in Saturday's preseason game against San Diego, according to the Dallas Morning News. Jenkins said, "I probably will be hyped up, but my main focus is to stay calm and work in the system."
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| Matt Cassel, QB, New England Patriots | Thursday 8/7, 9:09 AM CT |
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| Matt Cassel is battling Matt Gutierrez for the number two role at quarterback, according to the Boston Globe.
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| Johnathan Joseph is having a strong training camp, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer. He has been covering Chad Johnson this week, and hauls in at least one interception a day. |
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| Limas Sweed, WR, Pittsburgh Steelers | Thursday 8/7, 8:00 AM CT |
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| Limas Sweed is excited about his first preseason game against the Eagles Friday, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. The rookie receiver said, "I feel like I'm capable of doing a lot of things and come Friday night I finally get a chance to show what I can really do."
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| Fred Weary, C, Houston Texans | Thursday 8/7, 7:50 AM CT |
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| Fred Weary was supposed to be 100 percent recovered from his surgery to repair his tibia and fibula by now, but has been struggling since the onset of camp, according to the Houston Chronicle. Coach Gary Kubiak said, "It’s a concern right now. We thought he was in position where we could work him into it slowly. Obviously, he had other setbacks because of the surgery. He has a hamstring issue right now."
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| DeMarcus Faggins has returned from his hamstring ailment, and put in three good practices so far, according to the Houston Chronicle. Coach Gary Kubiak said, "He seems to be OK health-wise. We’re going to have some tough calls at cornerback, so those guys have to play a lot. It’s going to be a tough group to make, so they’ve got to step up and do it."
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| Andre Davis, WR, Houston Texans | Thursday 8/7, 7:41 AM CT |
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| Andre Davis is pushing for a starting spot at wide receiver opposite Andre Johnson, according to the Houston Chronicle. Quarterback Matt Schaub said, "He’s coming in with a lot of confidence. He attacked this offseason to get better and improve his intermediate route game. He’s been a big deep threat for us, but he’s developed into a much better all-around receiver for us. He’s had a tremendous two weeks here for us so far, and I’m excited to get him out there and find him in the air."
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| JaMarcus Russell is nursing a sore right elbow, but said he is good to go for Friday's exhibition against the 49ers, according to the SF Chronicle. Andrew Walter is also nursing a tired arm, but Coach Lane Kiffin said the injury is not a long-term concern. |
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| Michael Bush will make his game-day debut with the Raiders on Friday against the 49ers, according to the SF Chronicle. He knocked safety Gibril Wilson to the ground on a blitz Wednesday, which was one of many highlights for him so far through training camp. Coach Lane Kiffin said, "If he could practice like that every day, we'd really have something."
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| The Chiefs are planning on letting the bulk of their starters (not including running back Larry Johnson and tight end Tony Gonzalez) work extended periods into their first preseason game of the season, played on Thursday night against the Chicago Bears, according to the Kansas City Star. “The young guys need to play a lot,” coach Herm Edwards said. “It’s according to what kind of team you’ve got. That’s the point we’re at right now. We’re not a veteran football team anymore. We’re the other way, so these guys have to play a lot." |
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