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Colts See Daniel Jones as Cornerstone Amid Achilles Rehab Push
nfl4 hours ago

Colts See Daniel Jones as Cornerstone Amid Achilles Rehab Push

At the NFL Scouting Combine, the Indianapolis Colts expressed strong mutual interest in Daniel Jones, with GM Chris Ballard and coach Shane Steichen calling negotiations positive and aiming to finalize a contract before free agency. Jones is coming back from a December Achilles tear and is projected to be ready for training camp in about eight months, a timeline the Colts believe is feasible given his rehab. They also note his injury history as a factor in talks, while the quarterback market remains robust for the open market.

Notre Dame coach Shrewsberry hobbles off with suspected Achilles after Duke rout
sports1 day ago

Notre Dame coach Shrewsberry hobbles off with suspected Achilles after Duke rout

Notre Dame was routed 100-56 by No. 1 Duke as head coach Micah Shrewsberry injured his lower left leg, later reported as an Achilles injury, and left the court in a walking boot with assistance. He returned briefly in the second half but remained seated much of the time. The Irish were also missing their top scorers Markus Burton and Jalen Haralson with ankle injuries, and it’s unclear whether Shrewsberry will coach in the next game versus NC State.

"49ers' Achilles Injuries: Super Bowl and Training Camp Updates"
sports1 year ago

"49ers' Achilles Injuries: Super Bowl and Training Camp Updates"

The San Francisco 49ers experienced two non-contact Achilles injuries during the Super Bowl, prompting concerns about the condition of the practice fields at UNLV where the team had trained. While there is no direct evidence linking the injuries to the field, the team expressed worry about lower-body injuries due to the field's condition. Linebacker Dre Greenlaw is unlikely to be ready for the start of the regular season, potentially missing the first four games.

Vikings RB Cam Akers Out with Achilles Injury
sports2 years ago

Vikings RB Cam Akers Out with Achilles Injury

Minnesota Vikings running back Cam Akers suffered an injury to his left Achilles during the team's victory over the Atlanta Falcons. The severity of the injury is yet to be confirmed, but it would be the second Achilles injury for Akers in his career. The Vikings acquired Akers from the Los Angeles Rams earlier this season, and if further tests confirm a tear, they will likely rely on Ty Chandler as a backup to starter Alexander Mattison.