December 12, 2008 Mark Tauscher (torn ACL) has officially been placed on injured reserve, according to Scout.com. The club signed offensive tackle Nevin McCaskill from the Eagles' practice squad as the adjoining move.
Our View:This is bad timing for an injury, as Tauscher is set to become a free agent after the season. He will likely undergo surgery next week.
December 8, 2008 As feared, Mark Tauscher suffered a torn ACL in Sunday's loss to Houston, according to the Green Bay Press-Gazette.
Our View:The solid right tackle is out for the season, hence weakening the Packers' offensive line.
December 7, 2008 The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel is reporting that Mark Tauscher is out with a significant knee injury.
Our View:Tauscher hurt his knee blocking in the second quarter of the loss to Houston on Sunday and coach Mike McCarthy said he could be finished for the season. "I would say that's probably a pretty good guess," McCarthy said. "I have not talked to (team doctors). I am just relaying the information that has been given to me."
December 7, 2008 Right tackle Mark Tauscher injured his left knee during the second quarter of the Week 14 game against the Texans. He is undergoing X-rays, the Green Bay Press-Gazette confirms. Tony Moll has taken his place.
Our View:The Packers offensive line was a little banged-up coming into the game, and the hits keep on coming. This is bad news for Ryan Grant.
November 26, 2008 Packers tackle Mark Tauscher did not practice with the team Wednesday, nor will he Thursday as he deals with an injured hamstring, according to Packers.com.
Our View:Tauscher is the team's starting right tackle. He will see a doctor on Friday before a determination about his availability is made.
