Devin Hester has torn rib cartilage

Bears WR/KR Davin Hester told Chicago media today he has has some torn cartilage in his rib area. He is feeling better, he said, but that doesn't guarantee he'll play against the Bucs on Sunday.

"I was told that if you go out there and it's not healed all the way, then you could damage it even more," he said. "I'm just going to get as much treatment as I can, and hopefully ill be ready."

Hester said he couldn't breathe normally for a couple days earlier in the week. He sustained the injury making a quick move against the Panthers last Sunday.

Comments

[Rudy]

See ya, thanks for playing!

[Darren]

I wish Devin all the best. Especially in October when he plays Falcons and even more so when he plays Aints in December. He shouldn't risk damaging his injury even more by playing this weekend.

[Duane]

Darren, I was pleased to see a fan speak with such compassion about another teams player. You, sir, are a gentleman. I too, wish Devin good health after this weekend and feel taking the time off to heal properly is the only way to achieve that status.

[Bill Bond]

Duane and Darren: I couldn't agree more with your timely and heartfelt remarks. My best wishes and a speedy, two or three week recover for the Mr Hester.