Monday, December 21, 2009

FSH: SUNDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL NOTES

December 21st, 2009 7:57pm PST

Sunday Football Notes

Week 15 Injury round-up
(Updated Monday Dec. 21st)

Notable Offensive Player Injuries
Charlie Frye-QB (Raiders)
The Raiders quarterback Charlie Frye left Sunday's game against the Broncos after suffering a blow to the head. His was return was questionable upon his departure, but Frye spent the rest of the afternoon on the sidelines. Despite Frye's injury, back up quarterback JaMarcus Russell is not expected to start next week. If healthy Frye will start Week 16.

Michael Vick-QB (Eagles)
The Eagles number two quarterback Michael Vick was knocked out of Sunday's game with the Niners after suffering a bruised thigh. Vick left the game in the first quarter and did not return. Vick hasn't been a fantasy option all season and this injury likely ends any threat of that changing.

Michael Turner-RB (Falcons)
The Falcons starting running back Michael Turner left Sunday's game against the Jets after reinjuring his ankle after just one carry. Turner has been battling the injured ankle now for several weeks, with the Falcons out of the playoffs it would not be surprising to see him shut it down for 2009.

DeAngleo Williams-RB (Panthers)
The Panthers running back DeAngelo Williams injured his left ankle in Sunday night's matchup with the Vikings late in the first quarter. Williams left the game to have his foot examined and taped, but did not return. He is likely to be questionable for next Sunday, but owners should check his status later in the week.

Reggie Bush-RB (Saints)
The Saints running back Reggie Bush suffered what is being called a "mild" hamstring strain Saturday night against the Cowboys. According to head coach Sean Payton, Bush is expected to practice this week so he should be available in Week 16.

Sammie Stroughter-WR (Buccaneers)
The Bucs rookie wide receiver Sammie Stroughter was injured in Sunday's game against the Seahawks. The rookie suffered a broken foot in the second half of Sunday's victory and has been placed on the injured reserve ending his 2009 season.

Eddie Royal-WR (Broncos)
The Broncos wide receiver Eddie Royal suffered a neck injury in Sunday's loss to the Raiders. Royal left the game in the 4th quarter after appearing to have suffered the injury on a 13 yard punt return. Royal has not been a fantasy factor or consideration for much of 2009.

Greg Jennings-WR (Packers)
The Packers explosive receiver Greg Jennings left Sunday's game briefly after tweaking an ankle early in the game. Jennings finished the game strong with five receptions for 118 yards and a score. He should be ready to go next Sunday against the Seahawks.

Notable Defensive Player Injuries

Keith Bulluck-LB (Titans)
The Titans linebacker Keith Bulluck suffered a knee injury on Sunday against the Dolphins in the third quarter. Bulluck left the field and went straight to the locker room. The injury was initially thought to be a sprain, but according the Nashville Tennessean Twitter page he has been diagnosed with a torn ACL.

Aaron Curry-LB (Seahawks)
The Seahawks rookie linebacker Aaron Curry left Sunday's game against the Buccaneers early in the second half after suffering a left shoulder stinger. Curry left the game under his own power, but nable to get any strength back in his shoulder and arm Curry was held out the remainder of the game. Curry is doubtful for Week 16 according to the Seattle Times.

Tanard Jackson-DB (Buccaneers)
The Buccaneers safety Tanard Jackson left Sunday's game against the Seahawks early with what is being called a "minor" knee injury. Jackson was noted as saying the move was precautionary. Jackson has been insturmental in the defenses improved play and chipped in with a pick on Sunday.

Quentin Jammer-CB (Chargers)
The Chargers cornerback Quentin Jammer left Sunday's game against the Bengals with a bruised knee; he did not return. The injury is not thought to be too serious and Jammer is expected to be back for Friday night's game against the Titans.

Lardarius Webb-CB (Ravens)
The Ravens cornerback Lardarius Webb suffered a knee injury in Sunday's win over the Bears. According to bear writer Aaron Wilson the Raven's cornerback is done for the season with a torn ACL.

Adewale Ogunleye-DL (Bears)
The Bears defensive lineman Adewale Ogunleye suffered a broke left leg in the teams sunday loss to the Ravens according to head coach Lovie Smith. His 2009 season is all but over.

By David Ortega

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