November 15th, 2009 8:57pm PST
Sunday Night Football Notes
Week 10 Injury round-up
(Updated Sunday Nov. 15th)
Offensive Players
Kyle Orton, QB (Broncos)
The Broncos quarterback suffered an ankle injury in the closing moments of the first half against the Redskins. He was unable to play in the second half, but is hopeful to return next week against the Chargers. Orton finished the first half with 193 yards and two touchdowns on 11 of 18 passing.
Michael Turner, RB (Falcons)
The Falcons running back suffered what appears to be a high ankle sprain in the team’s week 10 loss to the Panthers. Turner was in a boot following the game and will undergo an MRI on Monday.
Ronnie Brown, RB (Dolphins)
The Dolphins running back suffered an injury to his right ankle during Sunday’s contest against the Buccaneers. Brown needed help off the field and was on crutches following the game. His status for next Sunday looks questionable. Brown finished the game with 82 yards rushing and a touchdown.
Joseph Addai, RB (Colts)
The Colts running back left the game in the first quarter with a hand injury and did not return to action in the first half. He was able to start the second half and finished the game with 68 total yards and two touchdowns.
Cedric Benson, RB (Bengals)
The Bengals running back was knocked out of Sunday’s game against the Steelers with a hip flexor. Benson was unable to return, but the team says he will be ready for week 11.
Brian Westbrook, RB (Eagles)
The Eagles running back suffered another concussion on Sunday against the Chargers. Westbook left the game after suffering the injury and did not return. His status for the remainder of the season could now be in jeopardy.
Julius Jones, RB (Seahawks)
The Seahawks running back left Sunday’s game against the Cardinals with a chest injury and did not return. It was reported later that Jones suffered a broken rib and is likely questionable for week 11.
Steve Smith, WR (Panthers)
The Panthers outstanding wideout was injured during Sunday’s game against the Falcons. Smith suffered bruised ribs while making a touchdown grab in the first half, but was able to continue and finish the game. Smith finished the game with four grabs for 34 yards and two touchdowns.
DeSean Jackson, WR (Eagles)
The Eagles wide receiver left Sunday’s game with an ankle injury, but was able to return shortly after his departure. Jackson finished the game with eight receptions for 91 yards and looks like a solid fantasy receiver looking ahead.
Defensive Players
Tracy Porter, CB (Saints)
According to Adam Schefter via Twitter, the Saints cornerback Tracy Porter may have suffered a torn ACL. Porter was knocked out of the game and was carted off to the locker room. There’s no official word and more tests will be taken tomorrow.
Troy Polamalu, DB (Steelers)
The Steelers defensive back reinjured his left knee on Sunday against the Bengals and left the game early. Polamalu underwent an MRI during the game, but not updates were given.
Sheldon Brown, DB (Eagles)
The Eagles cornerback was in and out of Sunday’s lineup against the Chargers with a hamstring injury. There were no further updates of Brown’s injury following the game.
Albert Haynesworth, DL (Redskins)
The Redskins defensive tackle suffered an ankle injury during the team’s week 10 matchup with the Broncos. Haynesworth left the game for a few plays, but was able to return and finish. He expects to be okay.
DJ Williams, LB (Broncos)
The Broncos linebacker was injured during Sunday’s contest against the Redskins and left the game briefly. Williams was able to return and finished the game with 10 tackles.
Bradie James, LB (Cowboys)
The Cowboys linebacker suffered an apparent shoulder injury during Sunday’s game with the Packers. James left for just one play with what looked like a stinger and finished the afternoon with 11 tackles.
By David Ortega
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