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| 23rd May, 2008 - 9:08 am |  ESPN - Former offensive-lineman Ross Tucker said on Thursday that he believes the New England Patriots used players on their injured reserve in practices, according to ESPN.com.
Such a move would be in violation of the NFL's rules pertaining to the use of the injured reserve.
Former team video assistant Matt Walsh made similar statements when meeting with Commissioner Roger Goodell last week.
NFL spokesman Greg Aiello said Thursday, "The Walsh allegation is still under review."
"Basically, the Patriots would put a player on IR, knowing it meant he couldn't play in a game or practice with the team for the remainder of the season. By skirting the rules and practicing him anyway, it allowed them to develop his skills during the year. A side benefit is that they were also able to give some of the older players less repetitions and, therefore, additional rest," Tucker said. [READ] |
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