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49ers defensive lineman Keion White had successful ankle surgery after a gunshot wound. There’s no timetable yet for his return. White, a 2023 Patriots draftee who was traded to San Francisco in 2025, appeared in nine games (two starts) that season and played in two postseason games; his contract runs through 2026 at about $1.812 million.
Bo Nix underwent successful ankle surgery to repair a fractured ankle and is projected to miss 3-4 months, with a return anticipated before minicamp; Jarrett Stidham will start for Denver in the AFC Championship as Nix recovers.
Las Vegas Raiders' defensive end Maxx Crosby is expected to undergo season-ending arthroscopic ankle surgery, following an injury sustained in Week 2. Despite being ruled out for the rest of the 2024 season, Crosby remains a key player for the Raiders, who have resisted trade offers for him. As the team looks to rebuild for 2025, Crosby's future with the Raiders remains a topic of interest, especially as he approaches the prime of his career.
Dallas Cowboys right guard Zack Martin will undergo season-ending ankle surgery, ending his 2024 season. This injury and subsequent surgery may influence his decision on retirement, as Martin is in the final year of his contract and had previously considered retiring after this season. Martin, a seven-time first-team All-Pro, will miss the remaining five games of the season.
New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson will undergo ankle surgery and miss at least 8-10 weeks. Robinson, known for his defensive prowess and rebounding, has been a key player for the Knicks this season. With Robinson out, Isaiah Hartenstein will step into a starting role, and Jericho Sims is expected to see more playing time. The Knicks' approach to the trade deadline may be influenced by Robinson's absence, depending on how the team performs without him.
Georgia football tight end Brock Bowers will undergo ankle surgery to stabilize his ankle after suffering a high ankle sprain in a recent game. The surgery, known as TightRope surgery, could result in a three to six-week recovery period. Bowers is a key player for Georgia, leading the team in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns. In his absence, sophomore Oscar Delp will step up at the tight end position. Georgia is currently ranked No. 1 in the country and has a challenging schedule ahead.
Pittsburgh Penguins forward Jake Guentzel will miss the start of the season after undergoing right ankle surgery. Guentzel, who led the team in goals last season, will be reevaluated in 12 weeks. The surgery was deemed necessary to ensure his full recovery and performance in the upcoming season. Guentzel has scored at least 20 goals in each of the past six seasons and has been a key player for the Penguins. The team missed the playoffs last season after a 16-year streak of qualifying.
New York Knicks' All-Star forward Julius Randle underwent successful arthroscopic surgery on his left ankle and is expected to be ready for training camp in the fall and the start of the 2023-24 NBA season. Randle suffered two "significant" ankle sprains late in the 2022-23 season and played through it with the knowledge that he would likely require surgery. The 28-year-old Randle has spent the past four seasons in New York and has earned a pair of All-Star nods.
New York Knicks' All-Star forward Julius Randle underwent successful arthroscopic surgery on his left ankle and is expected to be ready for training camp in the fall and the start of the 2023-24 NBA season. Randle suffered two "significant" ankle sprains late in the 2022-23 season and played through it with the knowledge that he would likely require surgery. The 28-year-old Randle has spent the past four seasons in New York and has earned a pair of All-Star nods.
New York Knicks star Julius Randle underwent successful arthroscopic surgery on his left ankle on Friday, after multiple injuries caused him to miss games towards the end of the regular season and limited his effectiveness in the playoffs. Despite his struggles, Randle was named an All-Star and All-NBA for the second time in his career. He is expected to be back for training camp in September after resuming basketball activities later this summer.
All-NBA forward Julius Randle underwent successful arthroscopic surgery on his left ankle and is expected to be fully recovered for the start of the 2023-24 NBA season. Randle played through two significant ankle sprains in the final stages of the Knicks' season but decided to push through the injury to remain in the lineup for New York's run to the Eastern Conference semifinals. He averaged 25 points and 10 rebounds during the regular season, earning All-NBA and All-Star honors for the second time in his Knicks career.
UFC lightweight fighter Paddy Pimblett may not be able to fight until 2024 due to severe ankle damage that required inner and outer-ligament surgery. Pimblett injured his foot during his last fight against Jared Gordon in December 2021. He remains on crutches and may need another six weeks to recover. Pimblett's unimpressive performance in his last fight has led to doubts about whether a potential rematch with Gordon will still be of interest when he returns to action.
Carolina Panthers' newly signed wide receiver D.J. Chark underwent ankle surgery to fix a complication caused by surgical materials not bonding well with the bone, which had caused him extreme pain and caused him to miss six games. Chark made the decision to undergo another procedure to ensure a long and prolific career. The Panthers fully supported his decision and expect him to make a huge impression on the team in 2023. Head coach Frank Reich plans to open up Chark's route tree to make him more impactful.
Tiger Woods underwent a subtalar fusion procedure to address his post-traumatic arthritis from his previous talus fracture, which could require months of recovery. This puts his ability to play in major events for the rest of the year in jeopardy, including the upcoming PGA Championship, U.S. Open, and British Open. Woods's agent stated that there is no timetable for his return to competition, and his first goal is to recover and lead a more enjoyable day-to-day life.
Tiger Woods had fusion surgery on his right ankle to alleviate arthritis from a broken bone, putting in doubt whether he plays any more majors this year. Recovery from subtalar fusion is estimated at eight to 12 weeks, which would all but rule out the PGA Championship next month. Woods has had multiple surgeries on his leg as a result of a car crash in February 2021. His agent said there was "no timetable on this" for his return to playing golf, and the first goal is to recover and lead a much more enjoyable day-to-day life.