MRI confirms knee sprain for Skins DE Taylor, out 10-14 days

MRI confirms knee sprain for Skins DE Taylor, out 10-14 days
Associated Press
Updated: August 24, 2008, 1:57 PM ET


ASHBURN, Va. -- Redskins defensive end Jason Taylor is expected to be sidelined 10-14 days with a sprained right knee, putting his availability in doubt for Washington's season opener against the New York Giants on Sept. 4.

Coach Jim Zorn said Taylor underwent an MRI on Sunday and estimated the six-time Pro Bowl pick will be out from 10 to 14 days.

Taylor was hurt in a 47-3 preseason loss to the Carolina Panthers on Saturday. Initial X-rays taken Saturday night showed no serious damage.

Taylor was acquired in a trade with Miami last month. He was hurt when his leg bent awkwardly after he ended up in the middle of the pile following DeAngelo Williams' 5-yard run midway through the second quarter.




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