Parker's bad shoulder adds to injury woes
Pittsburgh Steelers11/10/2008 12:59 PM The Post-Gazette reports RB Willie Parker may need surgery to his injured shoulder after the season, but he's likely to play against the San Diego Chargers Sunday at Heinz Field. Parker has a torn labrum in his shoulder, but sources told the Post-Gazette he likely will return after missing the game yesterday. "We are hopeful that he will be well enough to play next week," coach Mike Tomlin said after the game. Parker's latest injury occurred last Monday night in Washington, when he ran 21 times for 70 yards. It's his third significant injury in his past five games. His fibula was broken in the 15th game last season, and a sprained knee in the third game this season kept him out until last Monday. Read more