ASHBURN, Va. -- Washington Redskins linebacker Trent Murphy's suspension will cost him four games. It’s worth wondering how much the damage will linger.
After all, with rookie Ryan Anderson joining the team and Junior Galette ahead of schedule from his recovery from a torn Achilles tendon, where will Murphy fit upon his return in Week 6 (following the bye week)? He’s coming off a career-best nine sacks, but his absence will provide an opportunity for Anderson to shine, Galette to produce and Preston Smith to prove he’s progressed.