Promising young running back Keith Marshall had a disastrous date with destiny on Saturday, clipping his knee on a defender as he ran during practice. The contact, although quick, proved to have a lasting impact. Marshall tore his patellar tendon, and he’ll be out for the season.
It’s impossible not to feel sorry for Marshall, who’d worked his way back to health after an elbow injury last season. But as much as they may want to, the Redskins have no time to mourn. Someone will need to fill the gap left by Marshall.