Su'a Cravens Injury: Updates on Redskins LB's Elbow and Return

Washington safety Su'a Cravens suffered a strained elbow in Week 14 against the Philadelphia Eagles and has not played since. It is unclear when he'll return to the field. 

Continue for updates.

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Cravens Out vs. Giants

Friday, Dec. 30

The Redskins announced Cravens won't play Sunday against New York. 

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Latest on Cravens' Diagnosis

Monday, Dec. 12

Washington head coach Jay Gruden told reporters Cravens has a "moderate elbow strain" and is "day-to-day, week-to-week." 

According to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com on Sunday, Washington feared he suffered a partially torn biceps. Cravens was spotted with his arm in a sling after the game, per Master Tesfatsion of the Washington Post.

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Cravens' Versatility Is Vital to Redskins

The 21-year-old rookie came into Week 14 with 33 tackles, a sack and an interception on the season.

The loss of Cravens is a major one, as he's played a hybrid role as a safety and linebacker in Washington's defense and has been excellent covering tight ends and running backs. He's been effective in nickel coverages for Washington and is the starting strong safety of the future.

NFL Philosophy had strong praise for Cravens on Twitter:

Washington doesn't have another defender with his versatility, so replacing him is difficult. While Cravens' absence won't affect the starting lineup, it weakens Washington's nickel unit.

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