Thursday, June 22, 2006

NFC East: Buckhalter still trying to come back

Eagles | Buckhalter still trying to come back
Thu, 22 Jun 2006 17:55:08 -0700

Zach Berman, of PhiladelphiaEagles.com, reports Philadelphia Eagles RB Correll Buckhalter (knee) is still planning a comeback in 2006. Buckhalter has played in only two of his five NFL seasons due to injuries. He's spent the offseason at the Eagles' practice facility trying to get ready for 2006. Buckhalter, a veteran of the rehab process, said he is close to full strength. Now he can take some time off before training camp and be fully prepared to try to reclaim his spot. "I've been here since August," Buckhalter said. "It was worth it, and (head athletic trainer) Rick (Burkholder) is a good trainer. He got me to where I am now, near 100 percent. It's a good thing. Now I get the chance to clear my mind a little bit before training camp." He's expected to return for training camp, which starts July 20 at Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pa.