2 min read • April 24, 2021
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Jaylen Waddle suffered an ankle fracture dislocation and defied odds to return in just under three months after surgery. He was able to suit up and play in the National Championship game but noticeably limped and only managed three catches for 34 yards. Whether he should have played or not is a different question. Assuming an anatomic reduction was achieved at surgery, ultimately there should be full recovery heading into his first pro season. Before the major injury Waddle was dynamic on the field averaging 21.1 yards per catch in his final season at Alabama while amassing 17 receiving touchdowns in his three year college career. Former Chargers and Eagles running back Darren Sproles had a similar injury with surgery early in his NFL career before continuing to have a long and productive career.
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