2008 Fantasy Football Injuries - NFL Preseason Injuries
Peyton Manning, Indianapolis Colts
In the offseason, Peyton Manning underwent a relatively serious surgery on an infection in his knee. While he didn’t play in any of the preseason games, everyone with the Colts expects Manning to be ready once the real games start.
Tom Brady, New England Patriots
Tom Brady has been suffering from an unspecified leg injury for much of training camp and preseason. While the Patriots are being secretive of his health status, expect him to be ready to go when the games begin to count.
Antonio Gates, San Diego Chargers
Perhaps the most mysterious injury of them all, Antonio Gates still hasn’t played after undergoing offseason toe surgery. While many expect him to play in Week 1, there is growing speculation that the Chargers may sit him until he’s 100%.
Jerry Porter, Jacksonville Jaguars
Jerry Porter has a hamstring injury that is being slow to heal. Although he should be able to come back pretty soon, it is looking doubtful that he’ll be ready to roll in Week 1.
Reggie Brown, Philadelphia Eagles
The Eagles are reportedly concerned about Reggie Brown’s status for their opening week game. Brown is dealing with a hamstring injury that doesn’t appear to be healing quickly enough.
Jeremy Shockey, New Orleans Saints
Although Jeremy Shockey didn’t play at all in preseason, he’s very likely to play in Week 1. Shockey is still recovering from the leg injury he suffered last year with the New York Giants.
Bernard Berrian, Minnesota Vikings
Dealing with a condition that has been described as something close to turf toe, Bernard Berrian has missed a few preseason games. The good news is it appears he’ll be ready for opening weekend.
TJ Houshmandzadeh, Cincinnati Bengals
Although TJ Houshmandzadeh has a sore hamstring that has hampered him lately, expect him to be close to 100% by NFL opening weekend.
DJ Hackett, Carolina Panthers
Suffering from a toe injury, DJ Hackett has been limited in preseason action. That said, sources close to the team expect Hackett to play in Week 1.
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1 opinion for 2008 Fantasy Football Injuries - NFL Preseason Injuries
Leon
Aug 30, 2008 at 11:20 am
I think Berrian’s number will be significantly impacted if he plays for the Minnesota Timberwolves this season :)
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