FSH: WEEKLY ROUND-UP (PRE-SUPER BOWL WEEKEND)

January 23rd, 2008 11:47pm PST


WEEKLY ROUND-UP...


***Boldin staying focused...
.....the Cardinal's recent outspoken receiver Anquan Boldin is trying to keep things in perspective and put the past behind him. Boldin has said he finds all the media scrutiny "hilarious" and that what happened is something that occurs more often than noticed. HC Whisenhunt and OC Haley appear to share the same sentiment as all three prepare for their biggest games of their careers.

***Arrington miss practice again...
.....the Cardinal's speedy pass receiving running back J.J. Arrington says, "I'll be fine" after missing his second straight day of practice on Friday. With Edge and Hightower seeing the bulk of carries, Arrington will likely contribute in the pass game, which could be key against the Steelers linebackers.

***Ward misses practice on Friday...
....the Steeler's receiver Hines Ward sat out of practice on Friday, which is no surprise. With the knee sprain the Steelers are resting their All-Pro receiver, who'll have a week more to rest and return to the practice field before Super Sunday. Ward has guaranteed that he'll play.

***Big Ben returns to practice...
....the Steeler's quarterback Ben Roethlisberger returned to practice on Thursday and appears he'll be just fine to play next Sunday. Roethlisberger has been playing through a back injury he suffered in week 17, but it doesn't look like it will affect him in the Super Bowl.

***LaBoy certain he will play...
.....the Card's defensive lineman Travis LaBoy has vowed to play next Sunday in Tampa. LaBoy says "there is no way I'm missing this next game." With LaBoy likely to be limited, if he plays, he'll likely back up defensive end Bert Berry.



Looking for an edge?
Don't forget to check out the Friday practice report. You already know your player is hurt, but how will he perform or will he play? Check the Friday practice report for all of the latest and telling information you need to make those last minute line-up decisions!


THURSDAY & FRIDAY'S PRACTICE NOTES
Notable players listed (included IDP)

**THURSDAY PRACTICE**

Arizona Cardinals
Offense

RB J.J. Arrington (knee) missed the team's practice Thursday, Jan. 22.WR Anquan Boldin (hamstring) fully participated in practice Thursday, Jan. 22.

Defense

DE Travis LaBoy (biceps) was limited in practice Thursday, Jan. 22.DE Antonio D. Smith (knee) was limited in practice Thursday, Jan. 22.Special TeamsP Ben Graham (groin) was limited in practice Thursday, Jan. 22.

Pittsburgh Steelers

Offense

QB Ben Roethlisberger (back) practiced in full Thursday, Jan. 22.RB Mewelde Moore (ankle) practiced in full Thursday, Jan. 22.WR Hines Ward (knee) missed the team's practice Thursday, Jan. 22.C Justin Hartwig (knee) missed the team's practice Thursday, Jan. 22.OT Max Starks (knee) missed the team's practice Thursday, Jan. 22.

Defense

LB Patrick Bailey (hamstring) missed the team's practice Thursday, Jan. 22.LB Lawrence Timmons (illness) missed the team's practice Thursday, Jan. 22.

**FRIDAY'S PRACTICE**

Arizona Cardinals

Offense

RB J.J. Arrington (knee) is considered questionable for the Super Bowl. WR Anquan Boldin (hamstring) fully participated in practice Friday, Jan. 23.

Defense

DE Travis LaBoy (biceps) said he definitely will play in Super Bowl XLIII despite a biceps injury. DE Antonio D. Smith (knee) was limited during practice Friday, Jan. 23. Special TeamsP Ben Graham (groin) was limited during practice Friday, Jan. 23.

Pittsburgh Steelers

Offense

QB Ben Roethlisberger (back) fully participated in practice Friday, Jan. 23. RB Mewelde Moore (ankle) fully participated in practice Friday, Jan. 23. WR Hines Ward (knee) did not participate in practice Friday, Jan. 23. C Justin Hartwig (knee) did not participate in practice Friday, Jan. 23. OT Max Starks (knee) fully participated in practice Friday, Jan. 23.

Defense

LB Patrick Bailey (hamstring) was limited during practice Friday, Jan. 23.LB Lawrence Timmons (illness) fully participated in practice Friday, Jan. 23.



TUESDAY INJURY REPORT
[Super Bowl Teams]

PITTSBURGH STEELERS vs. ARIZONA CARDINALS

NATIONAL FOOTBALL CONFERENCE

Arizona Cardinals
DNP: RB J.J. Arrington (knee), DE Travis LaBoy (biceps). LIMITED: P Ben Graham (left groin), DE Antonio Smith (knee). FULL: WR Anquan Boldin (hamstring).

AMERICAN FOOTBALL CONFERENCE

Pittsburgh Steelers

DNP: LB Patrick Bailey (hamstring), C Justin Hartwig (knee), RB Mewelde Moore (ankle), RB Willie Parker (not injury related), QB Ben Roethlisberger (back), DE Aaron Smith (not injury related), T Max Starks (knee), LB Lawrence Timmons (illness), CB Deshea Townsend (not injury related), WR Hines Ward (knee).

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