A Slightly Sobering Note

by Tim on Sep 17, 2007 9:50 AM CDT in News

Fresh off yesterday's epic victory over the Panthers, Andre Johnson will have an MRI on his left knee today. He appeared to injure it on a catch across the middle in the late third (early fourth?) quarter and was seen limping on the sidelines afterward. 'Dre wasn't too concerned about missing time yesterday, but knee injuries are a funny thing. How many times have we read about an MRI showing far more damage than originally thought?

Not to be the wet blanket, but Texans fans should be holding our collective breath that the MRI shows no structural damage. Now if you'll excuse me...I'm off to light 80 votive candles.

Update [2007-9-17 16:56:38 by Tim]:: The Chronicle is reporting that the MRI showed only a sprain, which is tremendous news. Unfortunately, it has rendered 'Dre doubtful for Sunday's game against the Colts. Even more worrisome is this nugget from Kubes:

"He has a knee sprain," Kubiak said. "That's the good news and the bad news. We feel fortunate. Andre is going to be fine. Is he going to be fine in one week? Or is he going to be fine in four weeks? We're still in the evaluation stage. We don't know."

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Save the candles

Don't worry, Texans nation. I happen to know from an inside source that it's impossible for Andre Johnson to have hurt his knee because it doesn't have normal knee parts. Instead of cartilage and bone it is filled with candy and hot lava. Jesus loves Andre Johnson and he will protect him.

Liston

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by Liston on Sep 17, 2007 2:47 PM CDT reply actions

What candy?

Pixie Stix powder? Or Gobstoppers? THIS IS IMPORTANT!

by BigTexBD on Sep 17, 2007 4:21 PM CDT up reply actions

Couldn't agree more

With the last point about Smith. I was ready to kill Petey after the second TD. When he scored on the broken tackle(s) at the end, I stood up and applauded his effort.

May we see more meaningless garbage time TDs by the opposition this year.

by Diesel @ Battle Red Blog on Sep 17, 2007 10:06 PM CDT reply actions