As scurvy Vikings, Kirk "Cousin" Crovvers be settin' his sights on mendin' his wounds, while a doc shares wisdom 'bout Achilles woes.
2023-11-03
Avast ye! 'Tis a sad tale indeed! Minnesota Vikings' scallywag Kirk Cousins, the skilled hand that tosses the pigskin, be cursed with misfortune. A grievous wound to his Achilles hath befallen him, which means he be missing the rest o' the 2023 season, his last year under contract. Arrr, poor soul!
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins suffered a torn Achilles tendon during a game against the Green Bay Packers. An MRI confirmed the injury, and Cousins underwent successful surgery. The Vikings traded for Josh Dobbs to serve as the backup quarterback. Cousins is the latest NFL player to suffer an Achilles injury, with Aaron Rodgers also experiencing the same injury earlier in the season. Dr. Justin Greisberg, an expert in foot and ankle injuries, explained that Achilles injuries are explosive and violent, resulting in the tendon tearing. The recovery process for such injuries can take up to a year, as it not only involves healing the tendon but also regaining the explosiveness required for high-performance athletes. The recovery also focuses on rehabilitating the gastrocnemius muscle in the calf, which can be significantly damaged when the Achilles tendon ruptures. While there is interest in speeding up the recovery process, it largely depends on surgical techniques and the availability of rehabilitation resources. Cousins' injury comes at a crucial time, as his contract is set to expire at the end of the season. General manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah expressed his desire for Cousins to return, but negotiations will take place in due course.
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