The Redskins caught a lucky break on Sunday's loss against the Broncos. Despite taking a massive hit by Denver's Terrance Knighton, Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III was ruled "okay" by Dr. James Andrews, according to NFL Media's Ian Rapoport. Head coach Mike Shanahan claims that he kept Griffin out due to the score after the game became a blowout Denver win.
RG3 injury: Redskins star kept out ‘because of the score’, says Mike Shanahan
Robert Griffin III may have dodged a bullet on Sunday against the Broncos.
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Griffin was thrown to the ground and Knighton landed on his left knee in the fourth quarter. The quarterback grabbed the knee and was inspected on the sideline. Kirk Cousins entered the game shortly after and played in relief of Griffin. The former Baylor Bear finished 15-of-30 for 132 passing yards, one touchdown and two interceptions.
With Griffin's diagnosis, he is likely to play in Week 9. The Redskins will next host the San Diego Chargers in Washington. The Redskins drop to 2-5 following the 41-25 loss to the Broncos in Denver.
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