DC.COM Blog: MRI for LB Anthony Spencer/Denver Practices Closed To Public

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Denver Practices Closed To Public

Posted by rphillips at 8/11/2008 1:28 PM CDT on truebluefanclub.com

We've gotten a bunch of questions from you guys on whether the Cowboys-Broncos joint practices in the Denver area are open to the public. We learned that the answer is no -- just like last year, when the Broncos visited Valley Ranch for back-to-back two-a-days.

The Cowboys have two more practices here in Oxnard -- one at 2:30 (PDT) this afternoon and another light workout Tuesday morning, followed by their trip to Denver.

The teams will practice twice each on Wednesday and Thursday. The Cowboys will hold a separate workout on Friday, play Saturday night and immediately fly back to Dallas to conclude their three-and-a-half-week camping trip.

Yet the Hard Knocks cameras will still be rolling.

-Rob Phillips

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LB Anthony Spencer Missing Practice
Posted by jellis at 8/11/2008 4:16 PM CDT on truebluefanclub.com

Outside linebacker Anthony Spencer is not at practice this afternoon and had yet to appear at the practice fields 45 minutes into the workout. Tight end Martellus Bennett was over 30 minutes late coming out of the locker room.

No word yet on a reason for Spencer's absence or Bennett's tardiness - neither player was said to be hurt after Saturday's preseason game in San Diego. The Cowboys gave their players Sunday off and there was no curfew last night.

Bennett missed last Thursday's practice tending to a personal issue.

Cornerback Quincy Butler, who has sat out since July 27 with a hamstring injury, returned to practice today.

Today is a light workout, the players dressed in shorts, shells and helmets. Cornerback Terence Newman (groin) and defensive end Marcus Dixon (back) also sat out practice.

Cowboys coach Wade Phillips is expected to address the Spencer and Bennett issues in his 7:30 p.m. (CDT) press conference.

-Josh Ellis
 

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MRI for Anthony Spencer
7:23 PM Mon, Aug 11, 2008 | Permalink | Yahoo! Buzz
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Anthony Spencer didn't mention anything about his knee hurting after Saturday's game in San Diego. But he said something after it swelled up once the team returned to Oxnard.

The preliminary diagnosis, per the owner/GM, is a bone bruise. Spencer is getting an MRI to make sure it's not more severe.

"They didn't think it was a big deal," Wade Phillips said, "but they just wanted to make sure."


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WoodysGirl;2188036 said:
"They didn't think it was a big deal," Wade Phillips said, "but they just wanted to make sure."


With Wade's track record on informing us about injuries and the severity--- I wouldn't be suprised if Spencer was gone for a month.
 

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I didnt notice what play he got hurt on, but do remember thinking he didnt play much...now I guess we know why...hopefully its nothing big, because he could be a huge part of our defense (especially 3rd downs) this yr

David
 

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dbair1967;2188241 said:
I didnt notice what play he got hurt on, but do remember thinking he didnt play much...now I guess we know why...hopefully its nothing big, because he could be a huge part of our defense (especially 3rd downs) this yr

David
I was really surprised by how little he played. Either he got hurt and stopped playing or they're damn confident about his abilities. Was hoping for the latter.
 

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I agree guys, wade should just say "no comment" because his optimistic injury predictions NEVER GO WELL...........
 

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Until he proves otherwise, Martellus Bennett is a waste of a pick.
 

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"They didn't think it was a big deal," Wade Phillips said, "but they just wanted to make sure."



I agree with you guys, talk about the kiss of death:bang2:
 

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dbair1967;2188285 said:


Yeah I know it is early , but late to practice. Misses practice because of personal reasons. Slow to learn the play book. Looks like do do during our first pre-season. Color me unimpressed for a 2nd round pick.
 

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dmq;2188298 said:
Yeah I know it is early , but late to practice. Misses practice because of personal reasons. Slow to learn the play book. Looks like do do during our first pre-season. Color me unimpressed for a 2nd round pick.

anybody that believed he was going to come from that offense at Texas A&M and easily pick up an NFL playbook over night was definitely expecting way too much

he has alot to learn and needs to get bigger & stronger, he clearly has alot of ability though

David
 

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Oh great Anthony Spencer...That guy is one of the young players with biggest upside. His development is crucial to this teams future and present. it better not be serious or I'm going to be seriously pist off:mad:
 

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dmq;2188283 said:
Until he proves otherwise, Martellus Bennett is a waste of a pick.

Untill He proves he is a waste of a draft pick he is still a highly talented young man with the sky as the limit. Do not give up on players this early in camp my friend.
 

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dmq;2188283 said:
Until he proves otherwise, Martellus Bennett is a waste of a pick.


Yep, if he cant prove himself in 3 weeks he never will. :rolleyes:
 

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Doomsday;2188329 said:
Yep, if he cant prove himself in 3 weeks he never will. :rolleyes:

I'm not saying that. I am saying so far he has looked the part of a bust.
 
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