Sunday, June 21, 2009

WR Darrius Heyward-Bey, Oakland Raiders

So, you've waited your entire life for a chance to play in the NFL. You are drafted in the top 10 when many experts had you toward the bottom half of round one or mid round two. Of course, one would think to really get into shape before even showing up for the first Organized Training Activity (OTA) with your new team? Right?

Wrong! Highly touted WR Darrius Heyward-Bey (former Maryland Terps) of the Oakland Raiders could not even finish his first OTA. Instead, Heyward-Bey grabbed his hamstring on an out pattern and let out an "audible groan." He'll be sidelined until training camp, and the Raiders will have to cross their fingers and hope it doesn't linger into preseason action.

Beware Fantasy GMs, the "triplets" (Russell, McFadden & Heyward-Bey) show will have to wait until training camp to form chemistry!