Bucs RB Blount ruled out of Bears game in London

[October 22, 2011]  BAGSHOT, England (AP) -- Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Raheem Morris says running back LaGarette Blount will not play against the Chicago Bears in London on Sunday.

Morris ruled out Blount again after he missed practice all week in London.

Blount took a hit on his left knee in a Week 5 loss to the San Francisco 49ers and missed the win over the New Orleans Saints.

Morris says center Jeff Faine was doubtful after missing practice this week with an arm injury. Wide receiver Sammie Stroughter will be a game-time decision.

The Bucs and Bears play at Wembley Stadium in the fifth straight annual overseas game in the British capital.

[Associated Press]

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