Wilson Replaces Thomas on Line

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Byline: Jody Foldesy, THE WASHINGTON TIMES

Washington Redskins rookie Mark Wilson hasn't played a down in the NFL, but this weekend he is expected to start at right tackle in a line shuffle precipitated by right guard Randy Thomas' strained hamstring.

Wilson, a fifth-round draft choice, should start Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers' top-ranked defense. Making his task particularly difficult is the fact that Pittsburgh plays a 3-4 front (three down linemen, four linebackers), while most NFL teams use the more conventional 4-3.

Thomas is expected to miss two-to-four weeks while recovering from a significant strain, which forced him out of Sunday's 28-6 loss at Philadelphia. Ray Brown, a 41-year-old who has played well …