Washington Redskins running back Alfred Morris was forced to leave the team’s Week 3 game against Philadelphia due to a knee injury.
The Redskins verified the news on their Twitter account.
Morris is an important part of the Redskins’ offensive game plan, so any extended absence would be a significant setback. The squad will hope that is not the case while it awaits further information on his playing status.
During the summer, there was a lot of speculation about his role as new head coach Jay Gruden changed the offensive philosophy. Despite the more balanced approach, the top back remains significantly involved.
He previously discussed the advantages of the transition, which coincided with the addition of dynamic wide receiver DeSean Jackson. ESPN.com’s John Keim shared along Morris’ comments about it being the best of both worlds.
“Just having [Jackson], they have to respect him,” that’s what he stated. “I’d love it if they piled the boxes this year. We could simply go deep in every play. I’d adore that. “The sooner we can leave the field, the better.”
Morris played in all 32 games throughout his first two seasons in the league. Conventional wisdom would suggest that less work would have reduced his chances of becoming hurt, but injuries are often unpredictable and difficult to avoid.
If he misses regular-season games for the first time, Washington will need to rely on a committee system to cover the vacancy. According to Dan Hellie of the NFL Network, the NFC East club is losing one of its most essential players.
