There's a "strong chance" Chargers RCB Antoine Cason is benched in favor of rookie Marcus Gilchrist, sources tell the San Diego Union-Tribune. Cason was lit up by Plaxico Burress Sunday and has been inconsistent all year. "We're going to address that," coach Norv Turner said Monday. "We don't have to make that decision right now. We're going to evaluate the two guys through the week." Gilchrist impressed in a Week 4 spot start in place of Quentin Jammer. The Chargers are still ranked third against the pass heading into Monday's game against the Chiefs.

Antoine Cason (broken finger) returned to team drills Sunday. Cason worked out with a giant cast on his right hand. He'll get the reps he needs even if he won't put the finger in harm's way. Cason will start across from Quentin Jammer come Week 1.

Chargers CB Antoine Cason was given a 2-4 week timetable after Monday's surgery to repair a broken finger. The starter opposite Quentin Jammer will be back well before the start of the season. Cason had been projected as the primary punt returner, so this could be an opening for rookies Marcus Gilchrist and Jordan Todman to seize the job.

Chargers CB Antoine Cason broke a finger on his right hand during Sunday's practice. Cason will undergo surgery Monday after X-rays revealed a "severe break." A timetable for his return is unknown, but corners can often play with a "club" if need be. However, Cason's projected role as a punt returner may have to wait.