Injury updates
Published: September 2nd, 2007By Bucs Beat | tampabay.com - St. Petersburg Times and tbt*
Here's the latest from Jon Gruden this morning on the injury situation.
Tight end Alex Smith (ankle), guard Arron Sears (ankle) and offensive tackle Jeremy Trueblood (foot) all practiced this morning and appear ready to play Sunday, Gruden said. Cornerback Phillip Buchanon told us he plans to play this week after suffering a broken hand two weeks ago.
Defensive end Patrick Chukwurah (knee) practiced on a limited basis, but his status for Sunday's opener isn't certain.