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Found August 19, 2012 on 60 Max Power O: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Brian Orakpo,  Adam Schefter
TEAMS: Washington Redskins,  Chicago Bears
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Brain Orakpo the Washington Redskins Pro-Bowl linebacker injured his shoulder Saturday night against the Chicago Bears. Orakpo left the game in the first quarter after injuring the same shoulder he had surgery on this offseason. However, Adam Schefter of ESPN tweeted that he doesn’t think it's anything to worry about. Adam SchefterVerified‏@AdamSchefter11h Washington LB Brian Orakpo is scheduled to undergo an MRI today on his shoulder but the Redskins don't believe his injury is serious. That’s good news for Redskins fans  
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