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Found August 12, 2012 on AllGreenBayPackers.com: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Davon House,  Desmond Bishop,  James Starks,  Jerel Worthy,  Jarrett Bush,  Sam Shields,  Casey Hayward,  Tramon Williams,  Cedric Benson,  Alex Green
TEAMS: Green Bay Packers,  Cincinnati Bengals,  San Diego Chargers
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Packers CB Davon House The right leg injury Desmond Bishop suffered against the San Diego Chargers did not look good. And according to Packers head coach Mike McCarthy, it isn’t good. Bishop suffered a right knee sprain, but it’s a severe hamstring tear that could sideline him for the entire 2012 season. After Saturday night’s practice, McCarthy acknowledged the impact of losing Bishop: “Unfortunately, the hamstring injury was what we feared. Surgery is imminent, and Desmond’s season is in jeopardy. Once we have the surgery, we’ll have a better idea on his status for this season.” Several other players sat out practice on Saturday, including running back James Starks, defensive end Jerel Worthy and cornerback Davon House. House suffered a dislocated left shoulder against San Diego and is expected to be out 2-3 weeks. The Packers dodged a bullet with House, as losing him for an extended period of time would have been devastating to their secondary. Competing for a starting job agains...
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