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Texas Tech star JT Toppin has a season-ending torn ACL in his right knee, MRI-confirmed after he injured himself late in the Red Raiders’ loss to Arizona State; the preseason All-America forward finished with 20 points, eight rebounds, four assists and four blocks, and will miss the remainder of the 2025-26 season as Texas Tech adjusts without its centerpiece.
New Orleans Saints' versatile player Taysom Hill is out for the season with a torn ACL, following an injury sustained during a game against the Los Angeles Rams. Hill, known for his multi-positional play, will be a significant loss for the 4-8 Saints, who are also missing key wide receivers Chris Olave and Rashid Shaheed. The Saints are set to face the New York Giants next.
Virginia Tech's three-time ACC player of the year, Elizabeth Kitley, will miss the NCAA tournament after tearing her left ACL in the Hokies' regular-season finale. Kitley, who was having a career year, had hoped to lead Virginia Tech back to the Final Four. The team will now have to navigate the tournament without her, but they still have star point guard Georgia Amoore to lead the charge.
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford criticized Detroit Lions safety Kerby Joseph for a hit that caused teammate Tyler Higbee's torn ACL during the wild-card game, calling him "dirty as f---." Stafford confronted Joseph on the field, while social media outrage highlighted previous controversial hits by the safety. Despite defense from Lions head coach Dan Campbell and Joseph himself, the hit sparked debate over player safety and sportsmanship. The Lions ultimately won the game 24-23, advancing to the Divisional Round as the Rams' season came to an end.
An MRI has confirmed that Rams tight end Tyler Higbee suffered a torn ACL during the playoff loss to the Lions, and it may be challenging for him to be ready for the start of the 2024 regular season.
WWE NXT star Cora Jade reportedly suffered a serious knee injury, speculated to be a torn ACL, during a non-televised event, raising questions about the training methods for female talents in WWE. Veteran wrestling journalist Dave Meltzer expressed concerns about the high number of ACL injuries among female wrestlers and questioned the intensity of their training. If confirmed, Jade will join a list of female talents who have suffered similar injuries in recent years, including Nikkita Lyons, Sol Ruca, and Arianna Grace.
Miami Dolphins starting center Connor Williams will miss the rest of the season due to a torn ACL, leaving the team without four of their five offensive line starters. Williams' absence was immediately felt as quarterback Tua Tagovailoa mishandled a snap, leading to a turnover. The Dolphins will consider signing a veteran free agent for depth, but they have confidence in their current options. The team has been plagued by injuries to their offensive line this season, with a combined 21 games missed by starters. Liam Eichenberg is expected to fill in as the starting center, with Lester Cotton as his backup. Additionally, wide receiver Tyreek Hill is day-to-day with an ankle injury, and other players are dealing with injuries as well. The Dolphins are also signing linebacker Melvin Ingram to their practice squad.
New York Mets infielder Ronny Mauricio has been diagnosed with a torn ACL in his right knee and will undergo surgery. The 23-year-old prospect, who made his major league debut last season, is expected to miss a significant portion of the upcoming campaign. Mauricio has been playing multiple positions due to the presence of Francisco Lindor at shortstop. The Mets will now rely on internal options such as Brett Baty and Mark Vientos to fill the void at third base, but may also seek additional infield depth. This is the second consecutive offseason that the Mets have lost a player to a knee injury, with closer Edwin Díaz sitting out the entire 2023 season.
New York Mets player Ronny Mauricio has torn his ACL while playing Winter Ball and will require surgery.
Week 9 of the 2023 NFL season saw several key players suffer injuries, including Daniel Jones of the Giants, who confirmed a torn ACL, and Cam Akers of the Vikings, who suffered a torn left Achilles for the second time in his career. Other notable injuries included Jalen Hurts of the Eagles, Jaren Hall of the Vikings, Cordarrelle Patterson of the Falcons, Christian Watson of the Packers, K.J. Osborn of the Vikings, Dallas Goedert of the Eagles, Jedrick Wills of the Browns, Robert Jones of the Dolphins, Jamel Dean of the Buccaneers, Jimmie Ward of the Texans, and Ka'imi Fairbairn of the Texans.
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones left the game against the Las Vegas Raiders with a noncontact knee injury, and sources indicate that the initial fear is a torn ACL in his right knee. An MRI has been scheduled to determine the full extent of the injury, but there is concern that it could be a long-term issue. Jones had just returned to the field after missing three games due to a neck injury. The Giants' starting quarterback walked with a noticeable limp after the game, and his facial expressions suggested the situation was not good.
Atlanta Falcons' Pro-Bowl defensive tackle Grady Jarrett has suffered a season-ending torn ACL, dealing a significant blow to the team's resurgent defense. Jarrett, known for his stellar run defense and pass rush, will be sorely missed as the Falcons look to maintain their strong defensive performance. The team will need to rely on other players, such as David Onyemata and Calais Campbell, while considering potential additions to the defensive line. The Falcons will have to work collectively to fill the void left by Jarrett's absence and continue playing at a high level.
Iowa's tight end Erick All will miss the remainder of the season due to a torn ACL, becoming another key offensive player lost to injury for the Hawkeyes. All, who leads the team in receptions and receiving yards, suffered the injury during Saturday's game against Wisconsin. Quarterback Cade McNamara and fellow tight end Luke Lachey are also expected to be out for the season. Despite these setbacks, Iowa remains the favorite to win the Big Ten West with a strong defense and special teams.
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams will miss the rest of the 2023 season due to a torn ACL, confirming the team's fears. Williams sustained the injury during Sunday's game and was assisted off the field. Despite his talent, Williams has struggled with injuries throughout his career. He is expected to be ready for training camp next year.
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Ashton Dulin suffered a torn ACL during a joint practice with the Bears, which will sideline him for the 2023 season. Dulin, who was entering his fifth pro season, was a valuable depth piece and special teams contributor for the Colts. This injury is a setback for the team as they develop their fourth overall pick, Anthony Richardson.