The return of Jared Gaither
We'll get to who wasn't at practice today in a later entry, but perhaps the most significant development was the return of offensive tackle Jared Gaither. The heir apparent to Hall of Fame-bound left tackle Jonathan Ogden, Gaither had not practiced since injuring his right ankle on July 26 in training camp.
Gaither joined the offensive linemen on the field today. The offense practiced on the field furthest from the media, but it appeared that Gaither had not usurped Chad Slaughter from the left tackle position with the first offense.
"Jared’s going to practice today, so it’ll be interesting to see how he does and how he feels after practice," coach John Harbaugh said prior to practice.
Asked about the timetable for Gaither's appearance in a game, Harbaugh replied, "If there’s no setbacks, he should be ready for opening day."
Comments
Any bets on when he will be injured again? So far he hasn't showed much maturity or toughness.
Posted by: Rich | August 25, 2008 3:11 PM
Yeah, it will be interesting to see what BS excuse he'll come up with next for not playing.
Posted by: Mike | August 25, 2008 4:21 PM
how can mcalister,reed, heap, and the wideout williams, get away with hurting themselfs 10 months ago, and still be hurt, without getting themselves repaired. we could not get away with this crap, and still keep our jobs.
Posted by: len plunkert | August 25, 2008 8:49 PM
Gaither is a lazy bum just like several of Ozzies other boys , poor work ethic........
it is poison to this team........I think Ozzie has it also , sure looks like it...
Posted by: Billick | August 26, 2008 8:41 AM