Vincent Jackson Update

NFL.com reported yesterday that San Diego Chargers holdout wide receiver Vincent Jackson would be able to have his suspension reduced if he were traded before next Wednesday. However, the Chargers have to accept the terms of the trade agreement for this to pan out. So far, there's been interest from the Seahawks, Vikings, Rams and Redskins for Jackson.

Of all these teams, I'd like to see the Vikings pull the trigger on a trade for the star wideout, as they've lacked a true number one receiver since the days of Randy Moss and Cris Carter. Sidney Rice looked like he was getting there last season, but his current standing on the Physically Unable to Perform list sidelines him until the seventh game of the season. Getting a contract extension worked out for Jackson would put the Vikings in good shape for a few seasons, with this likely being Favre's last season, and Tavaris Jackson needing a solid receiver to help his future growth.

The Chargers will likely make a statement this afternoon regarding their position on trading Jackson, and until then, we'll just have to speculate as to the next installment of this ongoing battle of wills.

Week 1 Injuries

There were two very costly injuries this week, leading to key starters hitting the IR. First in Green Bay, starting halfback Ryan Grant sustained a serious ankle injury, forcing him to miss the rest of the season. He is expected to have surgery and need at least one screw inserted into his ankle to help it heal.

During last night's game versus the Ravens, the Jets' starting defensive tackle Kris Jenkins suffered his second straight torn left anterior cruciate ligament while trying to tackle Ravens fullback Le'Ron McClain. This injury comes one year after tearing the same ACL in 2009. He was put on the IR and will have to decide whether to give it another comeback next season or to hang it up after this injury.

Also, around the league, there were four concussions that will be closely monitored by the NFL's more stringent policies surrounding head injuries. Eagles' quarterback Kevin Kolb and linebacker Stewart Bradley both suffered concussions against the Packers, as did Panthers' quarterback Matt Moore and Giants' tight end Kevin Boss.

Backup QBs Michael Vick (Eagles) and Jimmy Clausen (Panthers) stepped in after these injuries and are currently preparing to go for next week if the NFL won't clear the starters to play after suffering a head injury.