Injuries

[TecnoGenius]

Don't keep us in suspenders. What's left to reveal? Surgery said to be a success by Bonds himself.

I'm working on a piece.  I can't talk about it, it may get me banned.  Only once I have it all solid will I reveal.  Sorry for the suspenders.

[Waffler]

I'm working on a piece.  I can't talk about it, it may get me banned.  Only once I have it all solid will I reveal.  Sorry for the suspenders.

Cool. Sounds serious. We don't want you banned though. I myself have had to sit on trick plays I've seen in practice and a picture of Buck Pierce that would blow the lid off this league.

[BLUEBOMBER]

Our secondary and entire defence needs an overhaul... they have no bite right now..  we miss hard hitters like Alexander, Bighill and others that are willing to step up and lead. Younger also is too laid back.. Hall should have stayed on as DC.

[TecnoGenius]

Our secondary and entire defence needs an overhaul... they have no bite right now..  we miss hard hitters like Alexander, Bighill and others that are willing to step up and lead. Younger also is too laid back.. Hall should have stayed on as DC.

Yes, leadership and fire seems lacking.  But Willie is clearly D (and probably team) leader, watch him in warmups.  He may not work them up as much as AH33 did, though.

Hall is up there in the booth every game... read the tea leaves.  I won't say much more, don't want to upset the apple cart...

[Big Daddy]

Ouch. Guy got double moved so hard he blew a knee? Wasn't expecting that.

Hey just checking - has it been confirmed he blew his knee?  I haven't seen his post(s), and nothing on here has said it was knee, just season ending and already having surgery.

Any more info?

And Tecno - what are you working on?!  Inquiring minds want to know...

[Blueforlife]

Hey just checking - has it been confirmed he blew his knee?  I haven't seen his post(s), and nothing on here has said it was knee, just season ending and already having surgery.

Any more info?

And Tecno - what are you working on?!  Inquiring minds want to know...

Pretty sure knee but don't have the dets

[TecnoGenius]

Hey just checking - has it been confirmed he blew his knee?  I haven't seen his post(s), and nothing on here has said it was knee, just season ending and already having surgery.

Any more info?

And Tecno - what are you working on?!  Inquiring minds want to know...

Ya, it was put on paper (the injury report?) that it was officially "knee".  So that means officially not achilles.  And the fact it's season-ender, plus surgery, plus the way he went down and all of our predictions: it's ACL or MCL or both.  100% guaranteed.

Let's not forget this means he may not be ready week 1 2026 either, so this impacts next season too.  (I think he's good enough we keep him, unless someone flashes better in the meantime (doubtful)).

As for my work: mum's the word.  Can't talk about it.  Those who really know my M.O. can probably guess, but I won't say here.  I guess you can PM me a guess, but I won't confirm!

[Big Daddy]

Ya, it was put on paper (the injury report?) that it was officially "knee".  So that means officially not achilles.  And the fact it's season-ender, plus surgery, plus the way he went down and all of our predictions: it's ACL or MCL or both.  100% guaranteed.

Let's not forget this means he may not be ready week 1 2026 either, so this impacts next season too.  (I think he's good enough we keep him, unless someone flashes better in the meantime (doubtful)).

As for my work: mum's the word.  Can't talk about it.  Those who really know my M.O. can probably guess, but I won't say here.  I guess you can PM me a guess, but I won't confirm!

Okay thanks for the confirmation it was knee - so weird he was essentially carried off for that with no weight on either leg.  Makes me think that knee was REALLY unstable, so ACL, MCL and possibly more.  Having said that, Strevy is back after a huge knee blowup so we know it is possible to be back the next year.  Strevy is a bit outside the norm, but it is possible.

[TecnoGenius]

Having said that, Strevy is back after a huge knee blowup so we know it is possible to be back the next year.  Strevy is a bit outside the norm, but it is possible.

Ya, but Strevy is clearly slower (both speed and accel).  While that can be ok in a QB, it's death for a DB.  Let's hope because there was no outside strain (like with Strevy) it's not nearly as dire for Bonds.

If a DB is at all slower, it's game over.  Didn't Maston and Leggett both go through bad knee injuries and when they came back they were mostly unusable?  What a sad situation.

[J5V]

Ya, but Strevy is clearly slower (both speed and accel).  While that can be ok in a QB, it's death for a DB.  Let's hope because there was no outside strain (like with Strevy) it's not nearly as dire for Bonds.

If a DB is at all slower, it's game over.  Didn't Maston and Leggett both go through bad knee injuries and when they came back they were mostly unusable?  What a sad situation.

Achilles.

[TecnoGenius]

Achilles.

Both? Weird they couldn't fully recover.

[J5V]

Both? Weird they couldn't fully recover.

Naw. Achilles is one of the worst. I heard it's because it is so hard to get adequate blood flow to heal the tendon adequately. Whenever I hear "achilles" I always fear the worst.

Achilles Injury Severity

"Achilles injuries are particularly severe due to a combination of anatomical, biomechanical, and physiological factors. The Achilles tendon is the largest and strongest tendon in the body, capable of withstanding forces up to 1,100 pounds, and is crucial for walking, running, and jumping.
However, its strength is counterbalanced by a relatively poor blood supply, which significantly hinders its ability to heal after injury. This compromised blood flow is a primary reason why Achilles tendon injuries, especially ruptures, take so long to recover from—often requiring up to a year to return to professional sports, and sometimes resulting in permanent limitations.

The injury often occurs in a specific region of the tendon, 2 to 6 cm above its attachment to the heel bone, where the tendon fibers twist and the blood supply is naturally diminished, making this area particularly vulnerable to degeneration and rupture. This degeneration can be exacerbated by overuse, repetitive stress, and pre-existing tendinopathy, which weakens the tendon over time. Factors like tight calf muscles, high or flat foot arches, and wearing inappropriate or worn-out footwear can further increase strain on the tendon.

Furthermore, the nature of the injury itself contributes to its severity. A rupture is often accompanied by a sudden "pop" sound and sharp pain, rendering the affected foot difficult or impossible to use. The risk of a rupture is significantly heightened if a player returns to competition too soon after a calf strain, as the weakened tendon is more susceptible to a complete tear. This is a critical concern in professional sports, where players may feel pressured to play through minor injuries, leading to more serious damage. The combination of a high-stress environment, the tendon's inherent healing limitations, and the risk of re-injury makes Achilles injuries among the most debilitating in athletics."

[Sir Blue and Gold]

Can Evan Holm never play kick cover again? Didn't like the scare he gave us in the second half last night. I don't really care how good he is at it, put in anyone else.

[kkc60]

Can Evan Holm never play kick cover again? Didn't like the scare he gave us in the second half last night. I don't really care how good he is at it, put in anyone else.

I agree. I would rather see Lawson do it, or Allen.

[Throw Long Bannatyne]

I agree. I would rather see Lawson do it, or Allen.

Yep, continuing having VaVal returning kicks frightens me, they can't afford to lose him at least until Parker returns.  Looks like they've found a few good pieces for the secondary with Vaval and Allen, perhaps replacing Bridges and Bonds.