FSH: DIVISIONAL ROUND INJURY NOTES

January 17th, 2010 10:57pm PST

Sunday Football Notes

Divisional Playoffs

Injury round-up

(Updated Sunday Jan. 17th)

Offensive Player Injuries

Pierre Thomas-RB (Saints)

The Saints running back Pierre Thomas (ribs) did not appear to be symptomatic from his rib injuries as he totaled 70 yards on 17 touches in Saturday's blowout victory over the Cardinals. With Reggie Bush running well, we could see more of the same split in the coming round.

Thomas Jones-RB (Jets)

The Jets running back Thomas Jones (knee) showed no ill-effects in Sunday's tilt with the Chargers, but clearly to a back seat to the hot hand of rookie Shonn Greene. Jones tallied just 14 touches to Greene's 24. Expect much of the same in the next round.

Robert Meachum-WR (Saints)

The Saints wide receiver Robert Meachum (ankle) was sporting a walking boot following Saturday's win over the Cardinals. The injury is not thought to be serious and the boot is only a precaution. Meachum should be ready for the Vikings next weekend.

Jeremy Shockey-TE (Saints)

According to the New Orleans Times-Pcayune, the Saints tight end Jeremy Shockey (toe, ankle) not only tweaked an ankle in Saturday's win over the Cardinals, he also aggravated a toe injury. Despite the laundry list of injuries Shockey is still expected to play next weekend against the Vikings although likely at less than 100 percent.

Defensive Player Injuries

Ray Edwards-DL (Vikings)

According to the Star Tribune the Vikings defensive lineman Ray Edwards (knee) suffered a sprained knee in Sunday's win over the Cowboys. Edwards left the game momentarily, but returned. The Vikings will need another big effort from him in the NFC Championship against the Saints. Edwards recorded three sacks and a forced fumble on Sunday.

Shaun Ellis-DL (Jets)

According to the NY Daily News the Jets defensive lineman Shaun Ellis (hand) suffered a fracture to his hand early in Sunday's contest against the Chargers. Ellis is going to play next week against the Colts and have surgery following the game. He likely wear a club as he did Sunday. While he could be a liability on defense, with Manning's lack of mobility Ellis could still be an effective pass rusher.

Antoine Winfield-CB (Vikings)

The Vikings playmaking cornerback Antoine Winfield (foot) was limited on Sunday in the win over the Cowboys. He was primarily used in nickel packages and short-yardage only. With the ailing foot it will be more of the same when the Vikes take on the Saints.

By David Ortega

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