Harrison's knee "A OK."

[hawaiiansteel]

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 05, 2012

Wednesday news, notes

The Steelers held their second practice of the week Wednesday and it wasn't all good news.

Linebacker James Harrison was limited Wednesday as he continues to work his way back from knee surgery.

Harrison shooed reporters away from his locker after practice, saying he would let everyone know Friday what his status is.

Harrison could still wind up playing, but at this point, it doesn't look good.

On the other hand, Jason Worilds was back as a full participant and looks like he's ready to go. Worilds, who had offseason wrist surgery, is listed as the top backup to LaMarr Woodley, but has more experience than Chris Carter.

@ Isaac Redman was back as a full participant on Wednesday and looks to be ready to go against the Broncos.

Redman said he doesn't know if it will be him or Jonathan Dwyer as the starter in Denver.

@ Linebacker Larry Foote was out today with an ankle issue, but it was just as likely the team wanted to get Brandon Johnson as many snaps as possible at Foote's spot inside.

@ The fact the Steelers haven't done anything with David DeCastro yet in terms of injured reserve tells me that they are indeed looking to bring in a veteran to replace him.

That veteran is likely Trai Essex, despite some reports to the contrary. Right now, they have just three healthy backup linemen. And two of those are rookies Mike Adams and Kelvin Beachum.

I can guarantee you they aren't confident in putting Beachum in a regular season game at this point.

Essex will be back next week when the Steelers won't be on the hook for his entire salary.

posted by Dale Lolley

[URL]http://www.observer-reporter.com/or/sidelines/[/URL]

[hawaiiansteel]

Harrison a game-time decision for Sunday’s contest vs. Broncos



Steelers linebacker James Harrison streches during practice on the South Side Sept. 3, 2012

By Ralph N. Paulk
Published: Friday, September 7, 2012

Steelers linebacker James Harrison will be a game-day decision for the regular-season opener at Denver on Sunday.

Harrison, still recovering from minor knee surgery last month, did not practice today.

“The knee didn’t feel too good, and they (team physicians) want to let it rest and see if rest will help it,” Harrison said. “They’ll make a decision when the game comes.”

Harrison said he prefers to play, but second-year linebacker Chris Carter is likely to get the start against the Broncos at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Carter, who played mostly special teams last season, played most of the minutes at right outside linebacker during the preseason.

“I’m just trying to stay prepared for any situation that comes up,” Carter said. “I really don’t try to get too involved with what’s going on with James. If he can’t play, then I have to be ready.”

Harrison missed five games last season after suffering a fractured orbital bone against Houston in Week 4. He missed another because of a suspension following an illegal hit on Cleveland quarterback Colt McCoy.

It’s a setback for the nine-year veteran who earlier this week appeared confident he would be ready to play. He was held out of practice, partly because of irritation and soreness on his surgically repaired knee.

“There was a little swelling, but nothing major,” Harrison said. “There was more irritation, a little pain and soft tissue hasn’t healed yet.

“If the game was today, I couldn’t play. It’s just sore.”

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[BigRob]

I'll second that prediction.

Your prediction is not looking to be off to a good start.

[Djfan]

this is the last year of Larry Foote's contract, he will be a free agent after this season.

He'll look good in a Cardinals uniform.

[fordfixer]

He'll look good in a Cardinals uniform.

Arizona Cardinals, Where old Steelers go at the end of their career

[Discipline of Steel]

Your prediction is not looking to be off to a good start.

Well remember, people have been predicting James Harrisons imminent demise on this board for a few years now.
Spose someones going to have their lucky guess come through eventually!! Just not this year...

[BigRob]

Well remember, people have been predicting James Harrisons imminent demise on this board for a few years now.
Spose someones going to have their lucky guess come through eventually!! Just not this year...

Bad back, broken orbital bone, gimpy knee... not a hard or lucky prediction to make that he is very close to being done.

He's just not going to be healthy much anymore. Combine that with his Cap hit, limited cap space, and a flat salary cap next year. Becomes clear as a blue lagoon, this is his last year.

[Slapstick]

Bad back, broken orbital bone, gimpy knee... not a hard or lucky prediction to make that he is very close to being done.

He's just not going to be healthy much anymore. Combine that with his Cap hit, limited cap space, and a flat salary cap next year. Becomes clear as a blue lagoon, this is his last year.

How many games did Harrison miss last year because of that "bad back"?

Also, do you really consider a freak, uncommon injury like a broken orbital bone to be any kind of indicator?