28
Sep
2009
Chad Pennington may be done for the year
Credit: Associated Press
Per ESPN’s Chris Mortenson, Dolphins quarterback Chad Pennington may be done for the season after dislocating his throwing shoulder in yesterday’s 23-13 loss to the San Diego Chargers. He’s currently seeking a second opinion before undergoing a third major operation on his throwing arm.
“Chad (Pennington) is our leader,” wide receiver Greg Camarillo told the Associated Press. “Any injury to him is an injury to our offense.”
The injury serves as an opportunity for backup Chad Henne, the Dolphins’ 2008 2nd-round draft pick out of Michigan, who completed 10 of 19 passes for 92 yards and a pick in relief of Pennington. If Pennington sits out, Henne may start this Sunday, at home, against the Buffalo Bills.
Pennington has suffered a string of severe injuries during his 10-year playing career, and there are people out there who will wonder if this may be the end of Pennington’s career. It would be a shame. He is often overlooked, but he has been a gritty, tough competitor–not always the most physically gifted player on the field, but a motivated, team-first leader who isn’t afraid to run the show.
Who can forget his moment of redemption last season, ending the Jets’ season en route to leading the Dolphins to an 11-5 record and a playoff berth?
