Donald Penn LV (8) Mon 3/15/21 10:09 PM
Donald Penn
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Penn announced his retirement on Monday.
EDGE Analysis
Penn had a lengthy NFL career, as he played in 194 games from 2006 to 2019. He spent five of those seasons with the Raiders and inked a one-day deal so he could retire with the team. In addition, he also suited up for the Vikings, Buccaneers and Washington Football Team.
Donald Penn LV (8) Sun 10/13/19 11:45 AM
Donald Penn
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Penn (hamstring) is officially active for Sunday's clash against the Dolphins.
EDGE Analysis
Penn came into the game deemed questionable after he suffered the hamstring injury during Week 5's loss to the Patriots. Now that the veteran is officially healthy, look for him to assume his usual role as the team's starting left tackle for the game.
Donald Penn LV (8) Fri 10/11/19 3:23 PM
Donald Penn
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Penn (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game at Miami.
EDGE Analysis
The veteran offensive tackle suffered the hamstring injury during last Sunday's loss to the Patriots, but the fact he was able to practice fully Friday should put him on track to play Week 6. Geron Christian would likely fill in at left tackle should Penn suffer a setback.
Donald Penn LV (8) Sun 10/6/19 4:15 PM
Donald Penn
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Penn was forced out of Sunday's game versus the Patriots with a hamstring injury.
EDGE Analysis
Geron Christian is expected to fill in at left guard in Penn's place. Penn will look to get healthy for Week 6's game versus the Dolphins.
Donald Penn LV (8) Tue 7/30/19 6:53 PM
Donald Penn
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Penn will sign a one-year contract with the Redskins on Wednesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
EDGE Analysis
The veteran will add some insurance to the offensive line, as star Trent Williams continues to sit out training camp due to a fractured relationship with the franchise. Penn has had a solid career in the NFL to this point that is highlighted by three Pro Bowl appearances. As long as he gets up to speed, the 36-year-old should have a chance to compete for the starting left tackle role sans Williams.
Donald Penn LV (8) Sat 3/16/19 8:43 PM
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The Raiders and Penn have opted to go their separate ways in 2019, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
EDGE Analysis
The Raiders will save $5.475 million against the cap by letting Penn walk. The veteran tackle started just four games last season before a groin injury ended his campaign, but Penn intends to play left tackle again in 2019 and is now on the open market.
Donald Penn LV (8) Wed 12/26/18 4:10 PM
Donald Penn
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Penn (groin) will not return this season, Michael Gehlken of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.
EDGE Analysis
It had been speculated that there was an inevitable wind blowing in opposition of Penn's favor for a few weeks now. With confirmation coming Wednesday, the veteran offensive lineman will have to wait until 2019 to get back on the gridiron. He should have plenty of time to get back 100 percent before the start of offseason activities.
Donald Penn LV (8) Thu 12/20/18 2:39 PM
Donald Penn
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Coach Jon Gruden said Thursday that he doesn't anticipate Penn (leg) playing again this season, Scott Bair of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
EDGE Analysis
Gruden further noted that a decision on whether to bring Penn back from injured reserve won't be made for at least a couple days. With the Raiders long eliminated from playoff contention, it appears likely that the team will decide not to risk any further injury to the right tackle.
Donald Penn LV (8) Wed 12/5/18 10:05 PM
Donald Penn
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Penn (leg) returned to practice Wednesday, Matt Kawahara of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
EDGE Analysis
The Raiders will have three weeks to decide whether to activate Penn from injured reserve or keep him sidelined. From the looks of it, the prospects of a return to game action seem doubtful. Coach Gruden said he doesn't "know that we'll see him this year."
Donald Penn LV (8) Mon 11/26/18 7:26 PM
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Coach Jon Gruden said there's a chance Penn (leg) could be activated off injured reserve, Michael Gehlken of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.
EDGE Analysis
Though Gruden failed to commit to activate Penn in the near future, he seemed optimistic that the right tackle will be able to help the team this season. Penn was placed on IR on Oct. 3 after suffering a leg injury against the Browns. Brandon Parker has been filling in while Penn has been sidelined.