FWP out again. WTF!?

by 36chambers on Nov 7, 2008 11:40 AM EST Comment 5 comments

http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/08312/926117-66.stm

Steelers Notebook: Parker won't play Sunday against Colts

Willie Parker's return to the starting lineup didn't last very long.

After finally returning from a four-game absence to play in Monday night's victory against the Washington Redskins, the two-time Pro Bowl running back has a new injury -- an ailing shoulder -- and will not play against the Indianapolis Colts.

Parker injured his shoulder sometime in the third quarter against the Redskins -- "I'm not sure how," he said -- but still finished the game. His shoulder did not begin aching until the next day, and he has not practiced this week. Parker finished with 70 yards on 21 carries in his first game back from a sprained ligament in his left knee.

He is expected to miss only one game and will be replaced by Mewelde Moore, who averaged 101 yards rushing and scored four touchdowns in three previous starts. Moore had three big catches for 45 yards against the Redskins.

Meantime, Ben Roethlisberger missed practice for the second day in a row but will attempt to practice today -- an indication that he and the Steelers intend for him to play against the Colts. However, a final determination likely will not be made until game day.

Wide receiver Hines Ward (knee), cornerback Deshea Townsend (heel), outside linebacker LaMarr Woodley (calf) and left tackle Marvel Smith (back) also did not practice. But, with the exception of Smith, they are expected to play.

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A stated in another post....

FWP is turning into an injury prone let down. Definitely has been out more than he has played!

by Cdsumm on Nov 7, 2008 12:38 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

let down?

Undrafted free agent for his paycheck? He’s no let down, but he’s definitely showing the wisdom of drafting a RB.

by Chicago Steeler on Nov 7, 2008 12:51 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I’d like to know what is wrong with his shoulder, as “sore shoulder” is not usually an injury that leads to one being out of the game.

by steelguy99 on Nov 7, 2008 12:44 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

TRUE

It must be something much more serious than a sore shoulder! Especially if they already ruled him OUT for Sunday!

by Cdsumm on Nov 7, 2008 12:46 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

damn, damn, damn,

We needed FWP to run all over the Colt’s inapt defense. Don’t get me wrong, I have no doubt in my mind that Moore will get it done. But, FWP’s speed would have eaten up this D. I at least want him to be ready to take on the Chargers since I’m from San Diego and will be watching that game as the only Steeler fan and surrounded by Pikachu, I mean Charger, fans. Give em’ hell Moore!

by SoCalSteelerFan on Nov 7, 2008 2:21 PM EST reply actions 0 recs