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Notes: Receiving corps might lose core
Driver remains questionable
By BOB McGINN
Posted: Oct. 6, 2006
Green Bay - The Green Bay Packers might be down to three wide receivers Sunday for their game against the St. Louis Rams at Lambeau Field.
Donald Driver underwent tests Friday in an attempt by the team's medical staff to determine the source of his recent discomfort in his side. Driver's participation in practice was limited Thursday but he didn't attend the workout Friday.
"We're just being proactive," said coach Mike McCarthy, who was unaware of the test results.
Driver, the starting flanker, remained questionable on the injury report. The No. 3 wide receiver, Robert Ferguson, is out with a foot injury.
If Driver can't play, Koren Robinson would start at flanker alongside split end Greg Jennings. Free agent Ruvell Martin then would be the only backup unless the Packers made a roster move today and activated one of two wide receivers, Calvin Russell or Chris Francies, from the practice squad. McCarthy said a move was possible.
Jennings probably would move to the slot in three-wideout formations.
"I think Driver will be ready to go," Robinson said. "If he's not, then I feel I'm prepared to step in. I'll be straight with a lot of energy come Sunday."
Driver suffered the injury in the area of his ribs and hip Monday night when drilled by Philadelphia safety Sean Considine on an incomplete pass over the middle. Driver broke his route too far inside and took a big hit.
Injury list: Running back Ahman Green returned to practice Friday after sitting out two days with a hamstring problem.
"He did everything today; I think he looks great and the plan is for him to go," running back Noah Herron said. "He hasn't opened up his stride full speed but he doesn't need to right now."
McCarthy would like to give Green about 20 touches and use backup Vernand Morency as well.
"(Green) has a tight hamstring that takes awhile to get warmed up and it fatigues over the long run," McCarthy said. "We're going to play them both. You like to have a 1-2 punch and keep them both fresh."
Quarterback Brett Favre, who usually takes every snap on Friday with the No. 1 offense, gave up some turns to Aaron Rodgers because he's still feeling soreness in his neck and back from a knockdown delivered by the Eagles.
"When you’re dealing with nerves, you never know how long it's going to last," McCarthy said.
Two backup linebackers, Ben Taylor and Abdul Hodge, are out. Taylor has a hamstring injury and said he wouldn't play. Hodge was on crutches with an injury to his left knee that he dismissed as "minor."
Barring a roster move, free agent Tracy White will be the only backup linebacker. Taylor and Hodge also were fixtures on special teams.
Tight end Donald Lee (knee) returned to practice Friday.
Notes: Receiving corps might lose core
Driver remains questionable
By BOB McGINN
Posted: Oct. 6, 2006
Green Bay - The Green Bay Packers might be down to three wide receivers Sunday for their game against the St. Louis Rams at Lambeau Field.
Donald Driver underwent tests Friday in an attempt by the team's medical staff to determine the source of his recent discomfort in his side. Driver's participation in practice was limited Thursday but he didn't attend the workout Friday.
"We're just being proactive," said coach Mike McCarthy, who was unaware of the test results.
Driver, the starting flanker, remained questionable on the injury report. The No. 3 wide receiver, Robert Ferguson, is out with a foot injury.
If Driver can't play, Koren Robinson would start at flanker alongside split end Greg Jennings. Free agent Ruvell Martin then would be the only backup unless the Packers made a roster move today and activated one of two wide receivers, Calvin Russell or Chris Francies, from the practice squad. McCarthy said a move was possible.
Jennings probably would move to the slot in three-wideout formations.
"I think Driver will be ready to go," Robinson said. "If he's not, then I feel I'm prepared to step in. I'll be straight with a lot of energy come Sunday."
Driver suffered the injury in the area of his ribs and hip Monday night when drilled by Philadelphia safety Sean Considine on an incomplete pass over the middle. Driver broke his route too far inside and took a big hit.
Injury list: Running back Ahman Green returned to practice Friday after sitting out two days with a hamstring problem.
"He did everything today; I think he looks great and the plan is for him to go," running back Noah Herron said. "He hasn't opened up his stride full speed but he doesn't need to right now."
McCarthy would like to give Green about 20 touches and use backup Vernand Morency as well.
"(Green) has a tight hamstring that takes awhile to get warmed up and it fatigues over the long run," McCarthy said. "We're going to play them both. You like to have a 1-2 punch and keep them both fresh."
Quarterback Brett Favre, who usually takes every snap on Friday with the No. 1 offense, gave up some turns to Aaron Rodgers because he's still feeling soreness in his neck and back from a knockdown delivered by the Eagles.
"When you’re dealing with nerves, you never know how long it's going to last," McCarthy said.
Two backup linebackers, Ben Taylor and Abdul Hodge, are out. Taylor has a hamstring injury and said he wouldn't play. Hodge was on crutches with an injury to his left knee that he dismissed as "minor."
Barring a roster move, free agent Tracy White will be the only backup linebacker. Taylor and Hodge also were fixtures on special teams.
Tight end Donald Lee (knee) returned to practice Friday.
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(I'll be sure to let you guys know if I change my mind so you can adjust your lineups accordingly) ....
I'd say 300 yards and Two TD's this week.
ETA Favre liked this guy this summer, see catch total
