Quarterback John Skelton was steady, if unspectacular, in replacing the injured Kevin Kolb. There is no controversy there, but Kolb should take notice of how Skelton chose to step up in the pocket, avoiding pressure from the ends. Kolb doesn’t do that enough. For a guy 6 feet 6 and 244 pounds, Skelton moves well. He’s no stiff.

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Daily practice designations:
Out – definitely will not play.
DNP – did not participate.
Limited – limited participation (less than 100% of normal repetitions).
Full – full participation (100% of normal repetitions).

Friday status designations:
Out – definitely will not play.
Doubtful – at least a 75% chance will not play.
Questionable – a 50-50 chance will not play.
Probable – a virtual certainty of being available for normal duty.

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Can Lenon hold off bigger Bradley?

Paris Lenon (left) returns as the starter, but it’s going to be hard for him to hold on to the job if Stewart Bradley (right) stays healthy. Bradley is bigger, which is important, at the “Mike” spot, and he’s athletic.

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