Smith May Start At Running Back Instead of Rogers

The Washington Post | January 29, 1988| | Copyright

Although George Rogers said he ran with more get-up-and-go today, Washington Redskins Coach Joe Gibbs said tonight he'll probably wait until game time to name his starting running back for Sunday's Super Bowl against the Denver Broncos.

Gibbs also announced that wide receiver Art Monk, out since Dec. 6 with an injured knee, won't start. So, Ricky Sanders and Gary Clark will begin the game, although Monk still is expected to play.

Rogers, who sprained his left ankle in the NFC championship game against the Vikings, was cheerful after practice today.

"I made better cuts today," Rogers said. ...

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