The Facts:
Redskins associate HC Al Saunders said backup QB Mark Brunell, who had shoulder surgery Jan. 8, won't throw in a team drill until training camp in late July. Saunders was not sure when Portis, who had shoulder surgery Dec. 5, might be cleared for full participation.
Reported by the Washington Times
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
The star halfback's rehab was expected to be about six months. Portis has targeted training camp for his return, but he hasn't ruled out being ready for a mini-camp in June. "[The goal] has always been to be back by training camp--and I definitely know I'm on that schedule," he said late last month. "If I can get ahead of schedule, I'll try to come back by mini-camp. ..." Stay tuned. We'll continue to follow his progress. In the meantime, we recommend against reading too much into Saunders' uncertainty and
Sunday's signing of Derrick Blaylock.
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