Dannell Ellerbe misses Thursday practice again with a Quad injury. Talent's a non-factor if you can't hit the field.
Both Dannell Ellerbe and Terron Armstead have quad injuries. Armstead is also listed as having a knee problem. So just what is a "quad" injury.
A muscle strain (muscle pull or tear) is a common injury, particularly among people who participate in sports.
The thigh has three sets of strong muscles: the hamstring muscles in the back of the thigh, the quadriceps muscles in the front, and the abductor muscles on the inside.