NFL training camps are in full swing, but unfortunately, injuries are already taking a toll on some players. Several notable names have been sidelined due to various injuries, affecting their availability for the upcoming season. Here’s an update on the status of some players who have been injured during training camp:
Offensive players:
– Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert suffered a plantar fascia injury in his right foot and will be in a walking boot for two weeks. He is expected to be ready for the regular season.
– Geno Smith had imaging on his hip and knee but has no significant injuries and should not miss any time.
– Andy Dalton is out for a few weeks with a quad injury, and the Panthers are looking for another quarterback.
– DeAndre Hopkins will miss four to six weeks with a knee injury.
– Rashod Bateman experienced soreness in the rib/stomach area but is expected to be fine.
– Nate Davis is day-to-day with an undisclosed muscle strain.
– Sua Opeta of the Buccaneers suffered a torn ACL and will miss the entire season.
– Cam Robinson and Anton Harrison of the Jaguars both left practice due to injuries and will need to pass concussion protocols to return.
– Wanya Morris of the Chiefs also left practice with a shoulder injury.
– Jonah Jackson and Rob Havenstein of the Rams are dealing with shoulder and foot injuries, respectively.
Defensive players:
– Cowboys’ Sam Williams tore his ACL and will miss the entire 2024 season.
– Bengals’ Sam Hubbard suffered a knee injury but it is not believed to be serious.
– Lions’ John Cominsky tore his MCL and could possibly return for the playoffs.
– Demario Davis of the Saints injured his hamstring during drills.
– Chiefs’ Bolton left practice early with an arm injury.
– Buccaneers’ YaYa Diaby suffered a high-ankle sprain and will be out for some time.
– Rams’ Darious Williams has a hamstring strain and will be monitored on a week-to-week basis.
Injuries are an unfortunate reality of the NFL, and players and teams will need to adjust their strategies and depth charts accordingly as they work towards the start of the season. It’s crucial for injured players to focus on their recovery and rehabilitation to ensure they can return to the field at full strength. Let’s hope for a speedy recovery for all the players dealing with injuries during training camp.