Michael Bush to have thumb surgery Monday
Oakland Raiders running back Michael Bush will have surgery on his broken thumb Monday, but there is a "good chance" that he'll be ready to play in the team's season opener on September 12th, according to coach Tom Cable (via the Associated Press).
Bush, who broke his thumb in Saturday's pre-season game against the 49ers, likely won't need to play with a cast on his hand.
However, Dennis Georgatos of NFL FanHouse thinks playing Bush would be a mistake if he requires a cast.
Bush and Darren McFadden, the fourth overall pick in 2008, are set to share the workload in 2010.
McFadden, who has been a disappointment in his two NFL seasons, would get an opportunity to establish himself as the team's primary back if Bush is unable to return for Week 1.
