Doctors encouraged by Westbrook's progress

PITTSBURGH, Nov. 18 (UPI) -- Doctors at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center said Wednesday Philadelphia's Brian Westbrook should fully recover from his two recent concussions.

The Eagles' star running back was evaluated by Dr. Joseph Maroon and Dr. Michael Collins at the Pittsburgh facility after suffering two concussions in a four-week span.

Philadelphia Coach Andy Reid hinted this week Westbrook's season might be over.

Westbrook underwent extensive tests and the doctors said his symptoms have improved during the course of the week.

"We are very encouraged by Brian's progress," the doctors said in a statement. "We believe that he has an excellent prognosis and we expect a full recovery. We developed a comprehensive physical rehab plan for Brian and we will repeat the detailed testing in the next two to three weeks."

Westbrook suffered his first concussion Oct. 26 against Washington. He received another one last Sunday against San Diego.