Injuries Impacting Several NFL Teams' Training Camps

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02/08/2024 20h27

Several NFL teams are dealing with injuries to key players as training camps are in full swing. These injuries have forced some players to miss practice sessions or undergo medical evaluation. Head coaches, medical staff, and reporters have provided updates on the status of various players. Let's take a look at some notable injuries affecting teams across the league.

Leading the list is wide receiver Deonte Harty, who is sidelined from practice due to a soft-tissue injury in his lower leg. However, Baltimore Ravens' Head Coach John Harbaugh reassured reporters that Harty is expected to return to action soon. Another player on the Ravens, center Tyler Linderbaum, is also nursing a minor soft-tissue injury, which will keep him out of practice until at least Saturday.

Over in Cleveland, Browns' Head Coach Kevin Stefanski revealed that star quarterback Deshaun Watson is taking a day of rest on Friday after six consecutive days of throwing. Despite this, Watson showed no limitations during camp and is expected to resume training shortly. Meanwhile, running back D'Onta Foreman had a concerning injury scare that led to a hospital visit but has re-joined the team. However, he is currently not participating in practice.

Elsewhere, New York Jets' wide receiver Elijah Moore is being evaluated for a possible concussion, according to Stefanski. Defensive tackle Shelby Harris of the Denver Broncos has missed multiple practices due to an undisclosed injury. Stefanski, though, assured that Harris will be returning to the field soon.

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Eric Kendricks is grappling with a lower back injury but will attempt to practice today, as stated by Head Coach Mike McCarthy. On the running back front, Detroit Lions' player Sione Vaki's shoulder injury, which forced him to leave Thursday's practice, is not a significant long-term concern.

Unfortunately, injuries can occur at any position, and this has been evident during the recent training camps. Washington Football Team's tight end Patrick Murtagh suffered a broken ankle during practice and was carted off the field. Cam Robinson, the starting left tackle for the Jacksonville Jaguars, left practice with a shoulder injury.

Concussions seem to be a concern as well, with Kansas City Chiefs' right tackle Anton Harrison currently in the concussion protocol and set to miss the next couple of days. Additionally, Philadelphia Eagles' safety Andrew Wingard is expected to be out for an extended period due to a knee injury, with his regular-season availability becoming uncertain.

The injury updates continue, with offensive tackle Wanya Morris leaving practice early after injuring his shoulder, as announced by Kansas City Chiefs' Head Coach Andy Reid. The return of tight end T.J. Hockenson, who is recovering from an ACL and MCL tear, is ahead of schedule, while his status for the season opener is still unknown. Green Bay Packers' tight end Robert Tonyan is dealing with lower back spasms, but the team hopes to have him back for the preseason.

These are just a fraction of the injuries impacting various teams during the current training camps. As teams assess and manage the health of their players, it is crucial for them to strike a balance between ensuring player safety and preparing for the upcoming season.

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