Fast Willie Parker’s turf toe has kept him out of the last two games, but he hopes to go this week against the Cleveland Browns. Wouldn’t any running back?! Rashard Mendenhall has started for Parker and has played well. How well Parker will play is the question, especially since he’ll need a “special shoe” to keep him from aggravating his injury. Parker says:
Willie Parker Likely to Play With Special Shoe
You don’t want to feel awkward or off balance. It’s better than a steel plate. It’s some type of fiber plate, better than straight steel. I think the steel aggravated it.
It seems like starting Rashard Mendenhall this weekend is a safe bet, but starting Parker isn’t nearly as safe. If he has any trouble, there is no reason to keep him in there with a healthy and probably effective Mendenhall playing. I’d keep Parker on your bench unless you are completely strapped at running back.
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