, against the in Week 11 and immediately underwent surgery, is reportedly battling complications from that surgery. Eric Bickel of 106.7 The Fan , "Hearing from several different people over Todd Helton Jersey last few days that Alex Smith is having devastating complications from his broken leg surgery and is battling infection." NFL.com's Ian Rapoport : "It's premature to say what this means for his playing future. But it is being Ian Desmond Jersey handled with care and dealt with seriously by doctors." The also released a statement Thursday morning: "On behalf of Alex Smith, we appreciate all of the concerns and prayers over the injury he incurred on November 18th against the Houston Texans. Although this is a serious injury Trevor Story Jersey , Alex and his family remain strong. We would ask that everyone please honor the Smith family's request for privacy at this time." Smith was initially looking at an 8-10 month recovery though that timeline could be extended Tyler Anderson Jersey indefinitely based on the severity of the complications. The Redskins signed him to a four-year, $94 million deal in the offseason, including $71 million guaranteed. Washington has lost three straight since Smith's injury, and on Monday night they lost Smith's backup, for the season to a broken leg. Currently 6- Ryan McMahon Jersey 6 and in second place in the NFC East the Redskins will rely on recently signed over the final four games. They've also signed former NFL journeyman to add depth behind Sanchez.