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The Facts:
Simms may play again this season after surgery to remove his ruptured spleen, Jon Gruden said on Monday. "He's going to be just fine. There is a chance he can come back and play this season," Gruden said. "He is a tough guy. He wants to play this week." Reported by ESPN.com

Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
The mimimum recovery time for surgery of this type is usually six weeks -- but some are suggesting Simms' return will take more than 2 months. ... Meanwhile, Gruden said rookie Bruce Gradkowski would be the starting quarterback for Tampa Bay's next game on Oct. 8 at New Orleans with Tim Rattay as the backup. ... Some have speculated that Gruden might gauge Oakland's interest in trading Marques Tuiasosopo. Aaron Brooks' injury, however, makes a deal seem unlikely.

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Vernon Davis Could Miss 4 Weeks
Chris Simms Has Ruptured Spleen Removed
Niners Lose Gore, Davis On Same Play
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