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Raiders LB Rolando McClain, CB Coye Francies Return To Practice

Found September 20, 2012 on GridironFans.com: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Shawntae Spencer,  Khalif Barnes
TEAMS: Oakland Raiders
Linebacker Rolando McClain is back at practice this morning, so he has passed the necessary concussion tests, which is a good sign for his availability Sunday against the Steelers. Cornerback Coye Francies, who was also held out yesterday with a concussion, is back in as well.

Cornerback Shawntae Spencer (foot) and right tackle Khalif Barnes (groin) were not on the practice field this morning. Michael Huff continued to take reps at corner, and Willie Smith at tackle.

Source: Sacramento Bee
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