Droughns, Jurevicius playing vs. Raiders
Jeff Walcoff, Staff Writer 10.01.2006
OAKLAND--Browns starting running back Reuben Droughns, veteran receiver Joe Jurevicius, and starting defensive end Orpheus Roye returnedto action today vs. the Raiders after each missed time due to injury.
Droughns and Roye each missed last week's loss to Baltimore after sufferingrespectiveshoulder injuriesthe week before at Cincinnati. Jurevicius had not played since he injured his ribs during Week One vs. New Orleans.
Also in action for the Browns isWillie McGinest, who was questionable this week with a calf injury. He started at left outside linebacker. Rookie Kamerion Wimbleystarted at the right outside spot in place of Matt Stewart, who isplaying.
Inactive for the Browns is cornerback Gary Baxter, whois missinghis second consecutive game with a pectoral injury. Daven Holly started in his place.
Also inactive for Clevelandis S Justin Hamilton, OL Isaac Sowells, OL Kelly Butler, WR Travis Wilson, DL Babatunde Oshinowo and DL Nick Eason.
Inactive for the Raiders is QB Aaron Brooks, CB Duane Starks, G Brad Badger, G Corey Hulsey, WR Jerry Porter, WR James Adkisson, DE Kevin Huntley and LB Grant Irons.
Rookie Kevin Boothe started at right guard in place of fellow rookie Paul McQuistan.
Stay tuned to ClevelandBrowns.com for updates throughout the game.
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