Monday, August 6, 2007

Report: Colts DT McFarland likely out for season

The Colts reportedly will have to defend their Super Bowl title without a key member of their defensive line.

Anthony McFarland

McFarland

Defensive Tackle
Indianapolis Colts

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2006 Season Stats
Tot Solo Ast FF Sack Int
40 28 12 0 3 0

The Indianapolis Star, citing multiple sources, reported Monday that defensive tackle Anthony McFarland informed his teammates that he suffered a serious knee injury in practice on Friday. The Star reported that it's believed that McFarland tore a patella tendon, likely ending his season before it begins.

Even with the 6-foot, 300-pound McFarland, the Colts had problems against the run last season, allowing 173 yards on the ground per game. Now Indianapolis apparently will have to replace its best run-stuffer.

McFarland's injury comes soon after the team parted ways with defensive lineman Corey Simon, who missed all of last season with a knee injury and reportedly failed a Colts physical last week.

McFarland was acquired from the Buccaneers at the trading deadline last season.


Source: ESPN.com

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