CaptainHook Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III will undergo total reconstructive surgery of his right knee early Wednesday morning to repair torn anterior cruciate and lateral collateral ligaments, but he is expected to be ready for the opener of the 2013 NFL regular season, according to team sources familiar with the determination made by orthopedic specialist Dr. James Andrews. The torn ACL was diagnosed late Tuesday as a complete tear of the patella graft that was used to repair Griffin's torn ACL suffered at Baylor in 2009. A team source said Andrews likely will use a patella graft from Griffin's left knee to repair the most recent tear. Griffin's recovery is projected at six to eight months, barring any setbacks, sources said. The rehabilitation plan will focus primarily on strengthening Griffin's quadriceps to help protect and help stabilize the knee, according to sources. The reconstruction of the LCL is considered a complication, but sources said Andrews informed the Redskins it should rehab well during the same six-to-eight month time frame as the ACL injury. Under this projected time frame of surgery, recovery and rehab, Griffin should be able to participate at some level during training camp in August and be ready to open the season in September, according to the sources. Griffin thanked his fans for their support in a tweet Wednesday morning. "Thank you for your prayers and support. I love God, my family, my team, the fans, & I love this game. See you guys next season," he wrote. from espn.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackass Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 amazing that he can have reconstructive surgery and be ready for the start of the season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevegrab Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 If I'm his agent I'm telling the Redskins that their field better never be in that kind of shape again, or when his contract is up he's moving on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainHook Posted January 9, 2013 Author Share Posted January 9, 2013 I predict the Redskins will have Field Turf in 2013. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainHook Posted January 9, 2013 Author Share Posted January 9, 2013 Did anybody else read that they were having trouble determining if the ACL was torn on the original MRI because the previous surgery required two screws and a rubber band?!?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Next Generation Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 I guess I'll have to re-evaluate my keeper selection for next year! Sucks that his knee is so bad at such a young age. The Cousins selection, which was widely criticized, is looking better every minute. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WashingtonD Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 I hate Shanahan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Dick Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 Did anybody else read that they were having trouble determining if the ACL was torn on the original MRI because the previous surgery required two screws and a rubber band?!?! Â Â It's ok. They used Corinthian Rubber. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bpwallace49 Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 Did anybody else read that they were having trouble determining if the ACL was torn on the original MRI because the previous surgery required two screws and a rubber band?!?! Â Â They also used some chewing gum . . . that is how they roll at Baylor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rajncajn Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 (edited) Muscle erection is a really tough thing to deal with after an injury like RGIII's. Recovery will all depend on his portion breed. According to Mr Ennio Maria Teresa, "fibroids are a prerequisite which commiserate with very well to unadorned remedies and they are an morals proviso to criticize because as they are so on occasions life-threatening." I'm not sure what that means, but it sounds pretty serious to me. It's a good thing RGIII should have ample supply of discount drugs online... at least that's what Christina says. Edited January 9, 2013 by rajncajn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyBalata Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 Muscle erection is a really tough thing to deal with after an injury like RGIII's. Recovery will all depend on his portion breed. According to Mr Ennio Maria Teresa, fibroids are a prerequisite which commiserate with very well to unadorned remedies and they are an morals proviso to criticize because as they are so on occasions life-threatening. I'm not sure what that means, but it sounds pretty serious to me. It's a good thing RGIII should have ample supply of discount drugs online... at least that's what Christina says. Â Â +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whomper Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 I like RG111. he is a good kid with a good head on his shoulders . He would be the type to give the NFC east fits and the NFL as well with the proper cast around him. That being said, I dont see him having a long career with that style of play. Too many hits from guys on D at this level are just too much to absorb and sustain a long career. I dont follow College much to be honest. If you take away his running game, is he still an above average qb ? Can he consistently throw ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMD Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 The fact that he suffered a concussion, and a knee sprain and then later complete tears of the ACL and LCL does not bode well for him at all and there is a chance that not everyone (or anyone) is another Adrian Peterson in their ability to heal. I like RG3 as well and came away impressed with him on every front but this is all just a bad sign. And what will this do to his psyche next year? Make him reticent at all? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
electricrelish Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 (edited) RGIII's new logo Edited January 9, 2013 by electricrelish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naples Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 Did anyone hear Mark Schlereth on Mike & Mike this morning? He's had 20 knee surgery's and said "You never get back to 100%, you just have to lower your expectations. Your 100% is now only 90-95% after surgery." That is not word for word but you get the picture. RGIII will still be better than most, just not his explosive self. Lets hope the Redskins don't try and run him 120 times every again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rajncajn Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 Tebow can run the option... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irish Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 Did he say muscle erection? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awahl63 Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 I do happen to be a longtime bronchial asthma patient. Â I also have a Joe Flacco jersey. Â What does this all mean? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buddahj Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 I do happen to be a longtime bronchial asthma patient. Â I also have a Joe Flacco jersey. Â What does this all mean? Â +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevegrab Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 Geez, I hope this thread isn't locked like that other one just because some stupid spammer got through. Boot them, ban them, delete their posts and leave the thread open for discussion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nelsosi Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 The fact that he suffered a concussion, and a knee sprain and then later complete tears of the ACL and LCL does not bode well for him at all and there is a chance that not everyone (or anyone) is another Adrian Peterson in their ability to heal. I like RG3 as well and came away impressed with him on every front but this is all just a bad sign. And what will this do to his psyche next year? Make him reticent at all? Â Â Agreed. Also, for all the accolades this new breed of 'dual threat' QB has been getting, it's also becoming clear that any team that has one is going to want a solid backup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loaf Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 Where do you draft him in a 10 team, 1 QB league? I don't touch him until the 3rd. If he's ready. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nelsosi Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 (edited) Assuming he's nearing game-readiness around draft time, my guess is that he'll go higher than we might expect -- I think the 2012 Adrian Peterson experience will raise Griffin's ADP to 'non-injury' levels. Not saying I agree with it, but I think that's what we're likely to see. Edited January 10, 2013 by nelsosi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loaf Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 http://withleather.uproxx.com/2013/01/thats-just-wrong-internet-its-robert-griffin-iiis-knee-injury-in-meme-form#page/1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunday Couch Potatoe Posted January 11, 2013 Share Posted January 11, 2013 He's young he'll come back strong.... as for his injury prone tag that is kinda warranted now and with the way he plays it is more likely Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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