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*** Leftwich Injury Thread *** (1 Viewer)

wombat104

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I saw this posted at Jacksonville's website, any one have any more info?

"Quarterback Byron Leftwich has been added to the Jaguars injury report as “questionable” for Sunday's game in Houston due to an injury to his left ankle. He did not practice on Friday."

Full article

 
Tell me about it, his upcoming schedule is a big reason why he is my #1 QB in 2 of my leagues.....

 
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The nice thing is that Garrard can produce at Leftwich's level because of his running ability (see 2005). If waivers haven't closed, Leftwich owners should just pick up Garrard and roll with him if Lefty is inactive.

edit to add: if lefty is your #1, you should absolutely be carrying Garrard now that the bye week for Jax has past. He's one of the best 3 or 4 backup QBs in the league, both for fantasy and NFL.

If be fine rolling with Leftwich/Garrard from here on out if I went with a "don't take a QB til the 10th round" strategy in my draft.

 
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Desperate Trent Green owner... I went and picked up Garrard *just in case*.

Much better option than the rotation I've been fielding.

 
On the bright side ... it makes my decision easier:

Lefty/Kitna in one league.

Lefty/Favre in the other.

 
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Garrard starting would probably downgrade the WRs and upgrade the RBs, no?
I'd say unchanged for both. Jimmy Smith's stats did not change appreciably when Garrard was in last year (if anything they took an uptick) and the run/pass split did not change.
 
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From the Jags web-site

Leftwich misses practice

10/20/06

By Vic Ketchman, jaguars.com senior editor

Jaguars coach Jack Del Rio was caught off guard on Friday morning when he was told his starting quarterback, Byron Leftwich, was favoring a sore left ankle.

“He didn't practice today. He'll get an MRI this afternoon. He came in today and it was swollen and sore,” Del Rio said following Friday's practice.

Leftwich was added to the Jaguars injury report as “questionable” for Sunday's game in Houston. The injury is thought to have occurred in Thursday's practice, though it did not present itself at that time. Leftwich fractured his left ankle in week 12 of last season and missed the remainder of the regular season.

Meanwhile, defensive tackle Marcus Stroud (ankle), wide receiver Matt Jones (hamstring) and reserve offensive lineman Stockar McDougle (ankle) have been ruled “out” for Sunday's game. They had previously been listed as “doubtful.”

“We'll see what the MRI results say and make a decision leading up to the game,” Del Rio said of Leftwich. “He practiced (Thursday) and walked out of here. He just woke up this morning sore. We hope it'll settle down and be OK.”

David Garrard took Leftwich's place with the first-team offense in practice on Friday. Garrard threw for 292 yards and a touchdown in leading the Jaguars to a 38-20 win in Houston late last season. Garrard had replaced Leftwich following the latter's ankle injury in Arizona.

“As a team, we prepare David and Quinn (Gray) and learn from the (MRI) results how to respond,” Del Rio said. “I don't want to downplay it. Any time a player misses time, it's a concern. Anytime your quarterback misses time, it's more concern.

“I was given the news at 10 o'clock this morning. Prior to 10 o'clock this morning, I was under the assumption my starting quarterback would practice today and play well on Sunday,” Del Rio added.

 
:wall:

This is the same ankle that he broke last year.

But he is a tough guy and is very competitive. If there is any slight possibility that he can play, you can bet that he will.

 
I'm playing the other 5-1 team in my league this week and was really counting on a good day from Lefty against the Texans. :wall:

 
My #1 QB is Buler. (on a bye :mellow: )

My #2 QB is Leftwich. (v. Texans :) )

My #3 QB is Brad Johnson. (v. Seahawks :( )

I was thrilled to see the Jacksonville matchup this week with Bulger on a bye.

Now? Ugh. I have no idea what to do.

 
this might be going off topic some what however what is everyones thoughts on his dynasty value.

what players is he most compared to talent wise/potential to people in here.

he seems like a really good buy candidate of his schedule to me.

 
:wall: This is the same ankle that he broke last year. But he is a tough guy and is very competitive. If there is any slight possibility that he can play, you can bet that he will.
I would tend to think the same way except that Houston should be a relatively easy game and they're going to need him for the long haul. Perhaps they won't rule him out but just keep him as an emergency backup.
 
:wall: This is the same ankle that he broke last year. But he is a tough guy and is very competitive. If there is any slight possibility that he can play, you can bet that he will.
I would tend to think the same way except that Houston should be a relatively easy game and they're going to need him for the long haul. Perhaps they won't rule him out but just keep him as an emergency backup.
The Texans, no matter their record, have always played tight games against the Jaguars. Byron knows this and will want to be out there. IMO, if he doesn't start then he will be listed as OUT.
 
this might be going off topic some what however what is everyones thoughts on his dynasty value. what players is he most compared to talent wise/potential to people in here. he seems like a really good buy candidate of his schedule to me.
I would rank him around Bulger, Vick, Leinart.
 
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CBS Sportsline update:

Byron Leftwich, QB JACNews: Jaguars QB Byron Leftwich missed practice Friday and was scheduled to have tests on his sore left ankle, the same one that caused him to miss five games last season. Leftwich was added to the team's injury report and listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Houston. He took his normal practice repetitions Wednesday and Thursday, but coach Jack Del Rio said he experienced soreness in his ankle Friday morning. Leftwich did not attend the workout and was not available for comment. Del Rio said Leftwich would have an MRI later on Friday. "Any time your starting quarterback misses time, there's a concern," Del Rio said, adding that he will try to get backups David Garrard and Quinn Gray ready if needed. Leftwich fractured a bone in his left ankle last season and missed the final five games. He returned for Jacksonville's first-round playoff game at New England, but was clearly rusty. Team officials were unsure whether Leftwich's soreness was related to last year's injury. Analysis: Leftwich has a perfect matchup Sunday playing against the Texans, but now it seems his status is in jeporady. We will probably know a lot more once the results from the MRI come back, until then, just sit tight and try to relax. There is no need to rush out and pick up Garrard just yet.
:wall: Just traded for him as well.
 
Garrard is the best backup QB in the NFL...yes he's a little rusty from lack of playing time...but if he's a go he will do better then most starting QB's in week 7. :banned:

 
I'm not sure why anyone is really worried about this ...

Leftwich is a warrior. Even if his status is "questionable".

He practiced yesterday with no problems and presumably woke up with some sort of flare-up. There was no contact or reported issue all week during the Jaguars practice sessions. He has two days to have any potential problem subside ...

I don't have a crystal ball, but I would certainly bet that he starts and performs well this Sunday.

 
I'm not sure why anyone is really worried about this ...
One reason: After week 12 Lefty missed the remainder of last season with a fractured ankle. Sounds like that same ankle is acting up. Not the best of news. Gerrard is a great pickup if this turns out to be anything.
 
Leftwich has not beaten the Texans in Houston as a starter.

Just an FYI for those thinking of taking Jacksonville in a survivor pool.

 
Then maybe it's a good thing that he's been downgraded to questionable.

 
:blackdot:I am going to monitor this situation closely seeing how Lefty is starting this week and Grossman is on a bye for me.
Same for me in my dynasty. However, I do have Garrard rostered as well. Just not feeling the confidence though, as I think Jacksonville would rely heavily on the running game should Garrard start, given the matchup and his rust. One final option is available to me that would eliminate all the uncertainty of this news, being to activate and assign Leinart a longterm contract, something I had hoped to put off for a few years. Going to be a long wait till Sunday morning. :wall: (ouch)
 
Most have Leftwich as a #2 QB like me..but picking up Garrard is insurance (perfer him over my #1 QB backup)..I dropped Gado whom I just picked up for this new update on Leftwich..even if leftwich is ok..nice to have his backup with the Jags sch.rest of season! :D

 
Thanks boys!

Grabbed Gerrard just in case, but hopefully Lefty will be fine. If not, I'll be picking between Gerrard and Gradkowski :football:

Too bad b/c I was looking forward to a solid passing & scoring game @ HOU.

 
Hi db,"Warrior" is always the word that comes up on stuff like this. Is that accurate or is "injury prone" more accurate? Steve McNair is the same type player. Constantly injured but usually plays. I kind of like the guys that aren't injured but they don't get the same credit. Always found that interesting. :shrug:J

I'm not sure why anyone is really worried about this ...Leftwich is a warrior. Even if his status is "questionable".He practiced yesterday with no problems and presumably woke up with some sort of flare-up. There was no contact or reported issue all week during the Jaguars practice sessions. He has two days to have any potential problem subside ...I don't have a crystal ball, but I would certainly bet that he starts and performs well this Sunday.
 
Hi db,"Warrior" is always the word that comes up on stuff like this. Is that accurate or is "injury prone" more accurate? Steve McNair is the same type player. Constantly injured but usually plays. I kind of like the guys that aren't injured but they don't get the same credit. Always found that interesting. :shrug:J

I'm not sure why anyone is really worried about this ...Leftwich is a warrior. Even if his status is "questionable".He practiced yesterday with no problems and presumably woke up with some sort of flare-up. There was no contact or reported issue all week during the Jaguars practice sessions. He has two days to have any potential problem subside ...I don't have a crystal ball, but I would certainly bet that he starts and performs well this Sunday.
I agree..to me McNair is more brittle than warrior. Brett Favre is rarely on the injurt list although I am sure he could be questionable every week. Favre has had concussions, a constant problem with his thumb, some leg injuries..they just don`t list them. Heck, McNair was the only Raven injured when their bus got hit. There seems to be a pattern. Rather than warrior I think McNair just has a lower pain threshold than most QBs.
 
I just traded for Bulger. Kept Leftwich for this week alone. Yeesh. Too late in my league to make any acquisitions for Sunday. Or trade.

Yeesh.

 
Hi db,"Warrior" is always the word that comes up on stuff like this. Is that accurate or is "injury prone" more accurate? Steve McNair is the same type player. Constantly injured but usually plays. I kind of like the guys that aren't injured but they don't get the same credit. Always found that interesting. :shrug:J

I'm not sure why anyone is really worried about this ...Leftwich is a warrior. Even if his status is "questionable".He practiced yesterday with no problems and presumably woke up with some sort of flare-up. There was no contact or reported issue all week during the Jaguars practice sessions. He has two days to have any potential problem subside ...I don't have a crystal ball, but I would certainly bet that he starts and performs well this Sunday.
I just have fond memories of Leftwich breaking his leg/ankle during a game in college, him staying in, his teammates carrying him to the line of scrimmage after he completed pass after pass marching them down the field. That being said, I'd rather he not get injured.
 
I don't want to seem to gloomy, but for the guys like me who have been platooning Favre/Plummer (now insert Favre/Gradowski) this is phenom news and Garrard makes an excellent pickup.

I think the Sportsline recommendation today "don't rush out and pick him up just yet" is classic. He was gone in my league the second the cell phone started singing with the breaking news.

Once that bye week hits and the deadline for league trades starts closing in - ya gotta have that key backup on your roster already. I would run to get Garrard now if I were a leftwhich owner.

 
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