Jags loose 2 starters for opener vs. Cowboys

[Cowboy from New York]

Jags lose LB Peterson to knee injury

NFL.com wire reports

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (Aug. 26, 2006) -- The Jacksonville Jaguars probably will have to start the season without leading tackler Mike Peterson.

The team's middle linebacker and emotional leader sprained the medial collateral ligament in his right knee in the 29-18 loss against Tampa Bay and likely won't be ready for the season opener Sept. 10 against Dallas.

Peterson led the team in tackles during each of his first three seasons in Jacksonville. He had a career-high 190 tackles and six sacks last year. He also had three interceptions, including one for a touchdown.

Peterson hurt his knee on Tampa Bay's opening drive. He left the game, went to the locker room for tests and did not return. He walked out of the stadium on crutches, but was clearly disappointed.

"I don't know, man," Peterson said when asked about his return. "I don't know."

 

[Bob Sacamano]

guess they wish they had Akin back

 

[mikek3322]

Sucks to be them. Also makes one wonder if we all shouldn't bump that "Mojo" thread a few more times before the last preseason game...

 

[Bob Sacamano]

Sucks to be them. Also makes one wonder if we all shouldn't bump that "Mojo" thread a few more times before the last preseason game...

how about we dont' mention the umentionable and not risk jinxing ourselve's

 

[Ken]

He'll play. Spears had the MCL and he was not even out two weeks.

 

[Hostile]

I had their game vs. Tampa tonight. Lefty looked okay, but didn't have much time to throw and there were some drops.

Their D didn't impress me much.

They were 12-4 last year. I'd say as of right now, they can't do that again in 2006.

 

[kaboy]

I wish him a speedy recovery for game 2.

 

[zrinkill]

I want them to be full strength when we beat them.

 

[tomson75]

"I don't know, man," Peterson said when asked about his return. "I don't know."

at least he got a free ride in the whaaambulance. this makes him sound like Vermiel after a bad game...er um a good game...or any game for that matter. crybabies.

 

[Da Hammer]

i was going to say its a big loss for them for the Cowboys game but considering the Cowboys already dont run the ball well and they are still going to go up against probably the best run stopping d-line in the NFL with their 2 big DT's then i dont think its really that big a deal. Peterson's strength is being a run stopper more than being in pass coverage so really the Jags while they will probably miss him a bit, it wont be a big loss for them in that game.

 

[big dog cowboy]

I'm sure Clinton Portis has something to say about another preseason injury.

 

[dallasfan31]

he is a very good football player hate to see good players hurt. but he be ok for week2.

 

[Cheap Shot Artist]

Well, the Jaguar fans now have a built in excuse if they lose..

All 3 of them.....

 

[Cowboys&Caps]

I don't care if he is back or not.....were winning that game.

 

[ajk23az]

greg jones had a knee injury too, according to yahoo sports

 

[Screw The Hall]

Peterson would be a very big loss for them, he's quite a player. Without him their linebacking core is pretty pedestrian. But they still have those two monsters clogging the middle.

 

[Letemburn]

http://www.nfl.com/teams/story/JAC/9621840

Jags lose Peterson, Jones to knee injuries Click here to find out more!
NFL.com wire reports

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (Aug. 26, 2006) -- The Jacksonville Jaguars might have to start the season without leading tackler Mike Peterson and fullback Greg Jones.

Peterson, the team's middle linebacker and emotional leader, sprained the medial collateral ligament in his right knee in the 29-18 win against Tampa Bay and may not be ready for the season opener Sept. 10 against Dallas.

Jones, a starting fullback who also splits carries with running back Fred Taylor, sprained the medial collateral ligament in his left knee. It was the opposite knee Jones injured during his final season at Florida State.

"Really good news considering what it could have been," coach Jack Del Rio said. "The thought is that they should be back sometime during the Dallas week, ready for the opener."

Peterson hurt his knee on Tampa Bay's opening drive. He left the game, went to the locker room for tests and did not return. He walked out of the stadium on crutches and was clearly disappointed.

"I don't know, man," Peterson said when asked about his return. "I don't know."

Peterson led the team in tackles during each of his first three seasons in Jacksonville. He had a career-high 190 tackles and six sacks last year. He also had three interceptions, including one for a touchdown.

Sry if this was already posted

 

[tunahelper]

Should make for easier sledding if Peterson is out!

 

[vicjagger]

Per ESPN, MLB Peterson & FB Jones are likely out.

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2562553

 

[SteveOS]

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2562553&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines

Updated: Aug. 27, 2006, 1:01 AM ET
Jags lose Peterson, Jones; both uncertain for opener


JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The Jacksonville Jaguars probably will have to start the season without leading tackler Mike Peterson and fullback Greg Jones.

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The team's middle linebacker and emotional leader sprained the medial collateral ligament in his right knee Saturday night against Tampa Bay and likely won't be ready for the season opener Sept. 10 against Dallas.


Jones, a starting fullback who also splits carries with running back Fred Taylor, sprained the medial collateral ligament in his left knee. It was the opposite knee Jones injured during his final season at Florida State.

"Really good news considering what it could have been," coach Jack Del Rio said. "The thought is that they should be back sometime during the Dallas week, ready for the opener."


Peterson hurt his knee on Tampa Bay's opening drive. He left the game, went to the locker room for tests and did not return. He walked out of the stadium on crutches but was clearly disappointed.


"I don't know, man," Peterson said when asked about his return. "I don't know."

Peterson led the team in tackles during each of his first three seasons in Jacksonville. He had a career-high 190 tackles and six sacks last year. He also had three interceptions, including one for a touchdown.