Ravens likely without starting CBs again. The Baltimore Ravens likely will be without their starting cornerbacks for a third straight game when they face the Cleveland Browns on Sunday.

Ravens coach John Harbaugh said Friday that Chris McAlister will be out with a knee injury while Samari Rolle is doubtful because of a neck injury.

McAlisters status for the rest of the season could be in jeopardy. He saw a specialist earlier this week and may need surgery.

(I) dont know yet. I havent talked to Chris yet, Harbaugh said. He was in the meetings this morning. He did not practice with the knee, so I dont have any new update at this point.

Rolle was limited in practice this week, but is still recovering from the neck surgery he had earlier this month.

Samari, Im going to say is doubtful right now, just because hes practiced, Harbaugh said. Hes had the red shirt on. We havent really had him do any of the contact stuff this week, but hes done really well.

Fabian Washington and Frank Walker likely will take their place in the starting lineup again this week.

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Bills DE Schobel, WR Reed out vs. Jets.

The Buffalo Bills will be without defensive end Aaron Schobel and wide receiver Josh Reed for Sundays game against the New York Jets.

Bills head coach Dick Jauron updated the status of his two starters Friday.

Schobel, who has led the Bills in sacks each of the last seven seasons, will miss his third straight game due to a strained ligament in his left foot.

Jauron admitted that Schobel is improving but noted that the Bills do not want to jeopardize the long-term health of their top pass rusher.

Hes getting better, Jauron said. Were not taking any chances with him. Hes a terrific player and well need him as we move forward. Well miss him. Weve missed him every game he hasnt been on the field. But Aaron is proven – hes a proven player in this league.

The Bills (5-2) certainly have struggled defensively without Schobel, recording just three sacks while allowing 497 passing yards in their last two contests.

Reed will be sidelined by injuries to his right ankle and Achilles tendon, ailments that have forced him to wear a walking boot this week. Buffalos second-leading receiver, Reed suffered the injuries in last weekends 25-16 loss to the Miami Dolphins.

Jauron also announced Friday that starting right guard Brad Butler will miss Sundays showdown with the AFC East rival Jets (4-3).

Butler sprained his right knee two weeks ago in a 23-14 victory over San Diego and did not play last week against the Dolphins.

Schobel, who has only one sack this season, likely will be replaced by Ryan Denney. Roscoe Parrish and rookie James Hardy figure to replace Reed while Jason Whittle will step in for Butler.

Posted on November 1st, 2008 by admin
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