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Tyler Seguin underwent ACL surgery and his return timeline will be assessed after the Olympic break; he played 27 games this season before injury, and his status for the remainder of the season is uncertain.
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes underwent successful ACL surgery and will immediately begin rehab, aiming to recover quickly and return to play.
A study shows that knee creaking, or crepitus, does not predict long-term arthritis risk, even in young patients recovering from ACL surgery, and may only cause temporary discomfort without lasting damage.
Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson underwent surgery to repair a torn ACL and MCL in his right knee, which he sustained during a game against the Detroit Lions. The surgery was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, and the team has not provided a timeline for his return. Hockenson was having a standout season before the injury, ranking second in catches and third in receiving yards among NFL tight ends.
Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson underwent successful ACL surgery after a low hit from a Lions defensive back resulted in the injury. The surgery was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, and it's uncertain if Hockenson will be ready for the 2024 season. Hockenson, known as one of the top tight ends in the NFL, signed a lucrative extension before the 2023 season and had an impressive performance in 2023 with 95 catches for 960 yards and five touchdowns.
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones underwent successful ACL surgery and is expected to face a recovery period of eight to ten months, potentially putting him right up to the start of training camp next summer. Jones' season has been plagued by struggles, with the Giants likely to have a high pick in next year's draft. Undrafted rookie Tommy DeVito has started the past two games in Jones' absence. Despite the setback, Jones remains focused on his recovery and is determined to bounce back stronger.
Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb underwent successful surgery to repair a torn ACL in his left knee, his second surgery on the knee. The estimated recovery time indicates that Chubb will be able to return to play during the 2024 NFL season. Chubb, a four-time Pro Bowler, has an impressive career average of 5.26 yards per rush, the second-best in NFL history.
Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Tucupita Marcano will undergo season-ending surgery to repair the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his right knee. Marcano sustained the injury over a week ago while running the bases in a game against his former team, the San Diego Padres. The 23-year-old, who was acquired by the Pirates in a trade last year, has struggled in the majors but has shown promise in Triple-A. With a crowded middle infield in Pittsburgh, Marcano's versatility will be an advantage, but he will need to improve his performance to secure a long-term role on the team.
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray, who is recovering from last year's torn ACL, posted a video on Instagram showing him doing squats with weights while wearing a long sleeve over his surgically-repaired right knee. The video came one day after former Cardinals General Manager Steve Keim discussed Murray on a podcast, saying he still needs to grow and improve in areas such as film study and attention to detail. Murray's video shows he's making progress in his recovery.