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Depending on how is knee responds after surgery, Welker will likely be sidelined for 6-12 months. His availability for the beginning of next season is doubtful, although some optimistic doctors have stated that he could be ready to play by the start of next season.

After 13 seasons, Gonzalez is still one of the top tight end threats in the NFL. A shoe-in for the Hall of Fame whenever he retires, Gonzalez came to Atlanta because he saw a team that had the pieces needed for a serious run at a Super Bowl. However, with the injuries up and down the roster, the Falcons fell short of a playoff berth despite Gonzalez's stellar season. As his quarterback Matt Ryan continues to mature in the NFL, Gonzalez looks like he has many great years still ahead of him.

A Cowboys' source indicated that Barber would be pulled if he shows any signs of knee trouble. Even with Barber in the game, a heavy dose of Felix Jones and Tashard Choice should be expected.

Moss first injured his shoulder Week 5 against the Broncos. It's still a question mark as to whether or not Moss will need surgery on the separated shoulder. The good news is that in most cases rest alone is the best remedy for this type of injury, so Moss should be 100 percent to start next season.

Heap will play Saturday, but he was limited to just two catches for 15 yards in the Week 11 matchup with Indianapolis, and the Colts have been pretty stingy all year against opposing tight ends.