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Rogers Suffers Broken Thumb
By Jason La Canfora
Washington Post Staff Writer
Monday, October 16, 2006; Page E16
The Washington Commanders' struggling secondary took another blow yesterday when cornerback Carlos Rogers broke his thumb, which could hinder his playmaking ability in coming weeks. Rogers, a first-round draft pick in 2005, broke the bone in the 25-22 loss to Tennessee at FedEx Field, and is expected to play next week at Indianapolis with the injury protected.
Top cornerback Shawn Springs was able to play for the first time all season, though, and felt fine afterward. Springs was suffering from abdominal and groin injuries but was in several defensive packages, mostly on third downs and obvious passing situations. Gregg Williams, assistant head coach-defense, said he was encouraged by Springs's play and would have liked to have used him more against the Titans; Springs would appear likely to start next week barring a setback.
TITANS 25, Commanders 22
The Commanders lose at home to the winless Titans, 25-22, and are now in a deep hole.
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The sound of protest came in the form of loud and prolonged boos at FedEx Field.
Washington's once-dominant defense has fallen miserably.
With the Colts up next, Gregg Williams will consult Jeff Fisher.
Clinton Portis doesn't get many touches in the loss.
Titans rookie quarterback Vince Young shows poise and patience.
Commanders cornerback Carlos Rogers suffers a broken thumb.
Notebook: A couple of defensive rookies get a lesson.
At a Glance | Quarterly Report | Photos
Hefty Allowances
Over the last three games the Commanders' defense has allowed some big performances:
Week 4
Commanders 36, Jaguars 30 (OT)
Quarterback Byron Leftwich throws for 289 yards and three touchdowns.
Week 5
Giants 19, Commanders 3
Running back Tiki Barber scampers for 123 yards on 23 carries, and QB Eli Manning racks up 256 passing yards.
Week 6
Titans 25, Commanders 22
Travis Henry rushes 32 times for 178 yards and a touchdown.
Downers
A look at five of the worst moments in the coaching career of the Commanders' Joe Gibbs:
Oct. 4, 1981
49ers 30, Commanders 17
Gibbs gets off to an 0-5 start in his first season as coach.
Nov. 5, 1989
Cowboys 13, Commanders 3
Dallas wins its only game of the season thanks to 110 rushing yards from Potomac native Paul Palmer.
Nov. 12, 1990
Eagles 28, Commanders 14
The "Body Bag" game in which the Commanders lose nine players, including their starting quarterback.
Oct. 10, 2004
Ravens 17, Commanders 0
Gibbs is shut out for the first time in the regular season.
Oct. 15, 2006
Titans 25, Commanders 22
Previously winless Titans get late field goal to send Commanders to 2-4.
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"I would have liked to get him in some longer down and distance plays to get him out there," Williams said, "but our game plan coming in was not to fatigue him. We just didn't force as many third-down opportunities in order to get him out there. I would have liked to get him out there more, but we didn't do a good job with that."
Washington has just two interceptions all season and Rogers has dropped several balls thrown his way; holding on to the ball now stands to be a bigger chore. The Commanders were without their two starting defensive tackles -- Cornelius Griffin (hip) and Joe Salave'a (calf) -- as well and both will be evaluated this week after missing practice all of last week.
With Springs back, reserve cornerback Mike Rumph was inactive for the first time this season. The Commanders were exploring options to sign free agent defensive back Troy Vincent last week, making contact with him, according to sources. His agent said Sunday night that he would visit the Commanders, among other teams, this week.
The Commanders continue to concede deep passes, and Vincent played previously for members of the Washington coaching staff and has experience as a cornerback and safety
By Jason La Canfora
Washington Post Staff Writer
Monday, October 16, 2006; Page E16
The Washington Commanders' struggling secondary took another blow yesterday when cornerback Carlos Rogers broke his thumb, which could hinder his playmaking ability in coming weeks. Rogers, a first-round draft pick in 2005, broke the bone in the 25-22 loss to Tennessee at FedEx Field, and is expected to play next week at Indianapolis with the injury protected.
Top cornerback Shawn Springs was able to play for the first time all season, though, and felt fine afterward. Springs was suffering from abdominal and groin injuries but was in several defensive packages, mostly on third downs and obvious passing situations. Gregg Williams, assistant head coach-defense, said he was encouraged by Springs's play and would have liked to have used him more against the Titans; Springs would appear likely to start next week barring a setback.
TITANS 25, Commanders 22
The Commanders lose at home to the winless Titans, 25-22, and are now in a deep hole.
» Game Summary
Thomas Boswell: At the moment, the Commanders are a mess.
» Grade the Commanders
The sound of protest came in the form of loud and prolonged boos at FedEx Field.
Washington's once-dominant defense has fallen miserably.
With the Colts up next, Gregg Williams will consult Jeff Fisher.
Clinton Portis doesn't get many touches in the loss.
Titans rookie quarterback Vince Young shows poise and patience.
Commanders cornerback Carlos Rogers suffers a broken thumb.
Notebook: A couple of defensive rookies get a lesson.
At a Glance | Quarterly Report | Photos
Hefty Allowances
Over the last three games the Commanders' defense has allowed some big performances:
Week 4
Commanders 36, Jaguars 30 (OT)
Quarterback Byron Leftwich throws for 289 yards and three touchdowns.
Week 5
Giants 19, Commanders 3
Running back Tiki Barber scampers for 123 yards on 23 carries, and QB Eli Manning racks up 256 passing yards.
Week 6
Titans 25, Commanders 22
Travis Henry rushes 32 times for 178 yards and a touchdown.
Downers
A look at five of the worst moments in the coaching career of the Commanders' Joe Gibbs:
Oct. 4, 1981
49ers 30, Commanders 17
Gibbs gets off to an 0-5 start in his first season as coach.
Nov. 5, 1989
Cowboys 13, Commanders 3
Dallas wins its only game of the season thanks to 110 rushing yards from Potomac native Paul Palmer.
Nov. 12, 1990
Eagles 28, Commanders 14
The "Body Bag" game in which the Commanders lose nine players, including their starting quarterback.
Oct. 10, 2004
Ravens 17, Commanders 0
Gibbs is shut out for the first time in the regular season.
Oct. 15, 2006
Titans 25, Commanders 22
Previously winless Titans get late field goal to send Commanders to 2-4.
Commanders INSIDER
The Post's Jason La Canfora updates the latest Commanders' news -- only on washingtonpost.com.
AT THE GAME
Ex-Commanders Pro Bowl linebacker Ken Harvey offers in-game analysis -- only on washingtonpost.com.
BASICS
Schedule
Roster
Depth chart
Statistics
Transactions
E-MAIL NEWSLETTER
Looking for Commanders coverage you can't find anywhere else? Sign up for our free e-mail newsletter.
NFL INSIDER
The Post's Mark Maske on all things NFL -- only on washingtonpost.com.
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"I would have liked to get him in some longer down and distance plays to get him out there," Williams said, "but our game plan coming in was not to fatigue him. We just didn't force as many third-down opportunities in order to get him out there. I would have liked to get him out there more, but we didn't do a good job with that."
Washington has just two interceptions all season and Rogers has dropped several balls thrown his way; holding on to the ball now stands to be a bigger chore. The Commanders were without their two starting defensive tackles -- Cornelius Griffin (hip) and Joe Salave'a (calf) -- as well and both will be evaluated this week after missing practice all of last week.
With Springs back, reserve cornerback Mike Rumph was inactive for the first time this season. The Commanders were exploring options to sign free agent defensive back Troy Vincent last week, making contact with him, according to sources. His agent said Sunday night that he would visit the Commanders, among other teams, this week.
The Commanders continue to concede deep passes, and Vincent played previously for members of the Washington coaching staff and has experience as a cornerback and safety