Commentary

Observation deck: Samuels would be big loss

The Redskins will need their key players to stay healthy if they are to reach the postseason, writes Jeffri Chadiha.

Originally Published: August 3, 2007
By Jeffri Chadiha | ESPN.com
ASHBURN, Va. -- Four observations from Washington Redskins training camp, gleaned from the team's practices:

1. Injury bug bites early

The Redskins have to be nervous about the knee injury that has sidelined Pro Bowl left tackle Chris Samuels for a month. Last year, they watched running back Clinton Portis sustain a preseason shoulder injury, a setback that wrecked their hopes of jumping out to a good start.

To continue reading this article you must be an Insider

Jeffri Chadiha

NFL
Jeffri Chadiha, formerly of Sports Illustrated, is a senior writer for ESPN.com. Chadiha first attended Wyoming on a full football scholarship before injuries led him to transfer to Michigan after two years. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication from Michigan in 1993 before pursuing a career in journalism. Chadiha is also a frequent contributor to ESPN TV.

SPONSORED HEADLINES

MORE NFL HEADLINES

MOST SENT STORIES ON ESPN.COM