ASHBURN, Va., -- The Washington Redskins might have more juggling to do defensively as defensive end Jason Hatcher and cornerback E.J. Biggers both missed practice for a second straight day.
Coach Jay Gruden, though, said he's hopeful that Hatcher will return for Sunday's game in Indianapolis. He has been bothered by a sore right knee. Biggers, meanwhile, is still going through the protocol after having a concussion. But he was not on the field Thursday. Last week, for example, guard Shawn Lauvao was limited in practice while also going through the concussion protocol.
Also, left tackle Trent Williams was a full participant in practice after missing Sunday's loss in San Francisco with a sprained MCL in his right knee. He said he's still not moving the way he wants.
"But it's close enough," he said. "I'm not expecting it to be 100 percent, but as long as I can be effective."
Gruden said Hatcher's issue stems from the grind of a season. He said they are resting him now so he can play Sunday.
"He's just got lingering soreness, just from wear and tear," Gruden said. "But I think he'll be fine. It's something he has to deal with. Some of these injuries this late in the season catch up to you a little bit, and they just kind of linger."
If Biggers can't play, the Redskins would use Greg Ducre and Chase Minnifield as their third and fourth cornerbacks, respectively, behind Bashaud Breeland and David Amerson. They can also use safety Trenton Robinson in a pinch, and perhaps in slot coverage, as he did a week ago.
Also on the injury report, tight end Jordan Reed (hamstring), defensive lineman Chris Baker (sternum) and safety Ryan Clark (shoulder) were limited.
