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Jay Gruden Redskins Presser: "We’re all sick and heartbroken over Alex there’s no doubt about it"

Jay Gruden answered questions from the media earlier today. He talked about the season-ending injury to QB Alex Smith, his confidence in Colt McCoy, and why the team chose Mark Sanchez to be the new backup. He also gave some injury updates heading into this week's Thanksgiving Day game against the Dallas Cowboys.

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Injury updates:

Gruden said he’s not sure about the status for Trent Williams and Chris Thompson for Thursday. Said Williams was close Sunday; isn’t sure if four days enough time for his thumb to feel that much better.