MIAMI — Dolphins quarterback Chad Henne was placed on the injured reserve list Thursday and is out for the season after deciding to undergo shoulder surgery.
The Dolphins replaced him on the roster by signing veteran quarterback Sage Rosenfels, who was released Tuesday by the Giants after recovering from a blood disorder that sent him to the hospital in August.
Henne separated his left shoulder when tackled on a busted play in the first quarter of Sunday’s loss at San Diego. Matt Moore took over against the Chargers and will make his first start for the Dolphins on Oct. 17 against the Jets.
Peyton to return — to sideline
INDIANAPOLIS — Colts quarterback Peyton Manning said he is progressing well from his latest neck surgery. Doctors have even given Manning the OK to stand with his teammates this weekend when they host the Chiefs.
“I’ve got breaking news, I’m coming down to the sideline,” Manning said with a smile as he walked to his locker. “I’ve been cleared to come down there.”
Footnotes.
Panthers tight end Jeremy Shockey (concussion) returned to practice and said he expects to play Sunday against the Saints.
• Giants defensive end Justin Tuck (neck) is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Seahawks.
• Jaguars receiver Mike Thomas received a three-year, $18 million contract extension through the 2015 season.
• Vikings cornerback Antoine Winfield (neck) was held out of practice and is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Cardinals.
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