Redskins TE Cooley limited in practice

Posted: October 20th, 2010 | Adam Rank | Tags: Washington Redskins, Chris Cooley, Fred Davis

Redskins TE Chris Cooley was limited in practice on Wednesday, taking part in light drills. But there is a hope that Cooley can practice on Thursday.

Cooley is no stranger to head injuries, having admitted playing with concussions. In fact, he said in a recent radio interview that he had lost a whole day because of concussions.

But you have to wonder if he will be able to get past the new concussion screening policies. This is something that most fantasy enthusiasts will need to monitor. Cooley owners should make sure to have TE Fred Davis as a backup plan, if you have not done so already.

– Adam Rank

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Haynesworth sidelined for Redskins vs. Colts

Posted: October 17th, 2010 | NFL.com Staff | Tags: Indianapolis Colts, Washington Redskins, Week 6 inactives

Washington Redskins defensive lineman Albert Haynesworth will not play Sunday night against the Indianapolis Colts. Haynesworth missed the Redskins’ 16-13 win over the Green Bay Packers last week after his half brother died in a motorcycle accident.

Haynesworth rejoined the team Thursday.

Redskins coach Mike Shanahan said Thursday it will be a game-time decision whether or not Haynesworth plays, based on how the lineman is doing “both physically and mentally.”

Regular Redskins linebacker Rocky McIntosh was scratched due to a concussion. He will be replaced by H.B. Blades.

Full inactive lists:

Colts
WR Anthony Gonzalez
S Bob Sanders
CB Jacob Lacey
RB Donald Brown
LB Kavell Conner
LB Gary Brackett
G Jacques McClendon
DE Ricardo Matthews

Redskins
John Beck (No. 3 QB)
CB Kevin Barnes
RB Clinton Portis
LB Rocky McIntosh
G Derrick Dockery
DL Anthony Bryant
TE Logan Paulsen
DL Albert Haynesworth

The Associated Press contributed to this report

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Redskins TE Cooley to play in Week 7?

Posted: October 21st, 2010 | Michael Fabiano | Tags: Chris Cooley, Fred Davis, Michael Fabiano

Ryan O’Halloran, the Redskins beat writer for CSNwashington.com, tweeted that Chris Cooley (concussion) participated in a full practice on Thursday and is expected to play in Week 7.

That’s good news for fantasy owners, as Cooley has been a stable No. 1 tight end for much of the season.

Do keep in mind, though, that the Utah State product also has a tough matchup against the Bears — their defense has surrendered an average of just 5.3 fantasy points to tight ends in 2010.

Cooley’s expected presence makes Fred Davis far less attractive for owners.

– Michael Fabiano

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