Browns RB Ben Tate likely to miss a couple of weeks with knee sprain
By Ernie Padaon
Sep 7, 2014; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Cleveland Browns running back Ben Tate (44) rushes the ball against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the second quarter at Heinz Field. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Cleveland Browns RB Ben Tate was brought over to lock down the running game but he will have to sit out a few weeks with a knee sprain per Ian Rapoport. Surgery is not required at this time.
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With Tate on the sideline, the team will give rookie Terrance West the opportunity to take the ball. West made the most of his opportunity last week when he filled in for Tate. On his 16 carries, he ran for 100 yards for a 6.3 average.
We look forward to seeing what he will be able to do in the coming week against the New Orleans Saints. The Browns had a nice performance in the first game of the year against the Pittsburgh Steelers, but came up just short. West and the rest of the team will be looking for another good performance from the team this week. West will be a big part of the offense this week. If he is able to perform in this opportunity like he did in week 1, then he could steal some carries later in the year.