After the Rams game, I came in and said, 'We can't do this.'

At some point in most Rams games, there is an after-the-whistle scuffle involving Fletcher.

"But they were really felt," Dawkins said, "after the Rams game."

Until the Rams game, Testaverde had not thrown an interception.

A rash of defensive injuries, beginning with the Rams game, required playing many inexperienced players who proved not to be as ready as expected.

Injuries became a serious issue almost immediately, with three of the team's defensive starters sidelined after the Rams game.

"But I think the practice squad is a definite possibility after the Rams game," Policy said.

Allen, also injured in the Rams game, will be replaced by Stephen Davis.

They will start preparations Tuesday for the Rams game.

Fassel said he did not know if Hamilton would be available for the Rams game.