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Shawne Merriman Diagnosed With Loose Ligament In Knee
San Diego Chargers LB Shawne Merriman said Thursday that he has ligament damage in his left knee and is evaluating his options. "(It's) a loose ligament and (I'm) waiting to get more info on what I need to do," Merriman said via e-mail. Merriman was examined by Dr. James Andrews, the renowned surgeon based in Birmingham, Ala. Merriman has been having persistent knee pain throughout training camp a
Shawne Merriman Diagnosed With Loose Ligament In Knee
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nctimes.com 8/20/2008 — Wednesday, August 20, 2008 12:26 AM PDT SAN DIEGO ---- Chargers tight end Antonio Gates reached a milestone in his rehabilitation from a toe injury Tuesday while linebacker Shawne Merriman's persistent knee pain has him heading across country for an ...
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JOHN R. McCUTCHEN / Union-Tribune Shawne Merriman will return from Birmingham, Ala., Thursday after consulting with orthopedic surgeon Dr. James Andrews about lingering pain in his left knee. Further surgery is an option for the three-
signonsandiego.com 8/21/2008 — Shawne Merriman will return from Birmingham, Ala., today after consulting with orthopedic surgeon Dr. James Andrews about lingering pain in his left knee. Further surgery is an option for the three-time Pro Bowl linebacker, but it is also possible ...
SignOnSanDiego.com > San Diego Chargers -- What's next for Merriman?
signonsandiego.com 8/22/2008 — Shawne Merriman was in New York yesterday to see a specialist and was pondering seeing another doctor today, as he and his advisers attempt to gather enough information to decide when and if he will play this season. “It's finding out what do I need ...
CHARGERS NOTES: Meriman has ligament issues : North County Times - Californian
nctimes.com 8/22/2008 — Thursday, August 21, 2008 10:22 PM PDT SAN DIEGO ---- Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman said Thursday that he has ligament damage in his left knee and is evaluating his options. "(It's) a loose ligament and (I'm) waiting to get more info on what I ...
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Chargers' Merriman has knee ligament damage
sports.espn.go.com 8/22/2008 — Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman, who has missed more than a week of practice because of a sore left knee, said Thursday night that he has ligament damage and is evaluating his options.
MERRIMAN HAS SERIOUS KNEE ISSUES
profootballtalk.com 8/22/2008 — Chargers fans came out of the woodwork to accuse us of making stuff up when we reported on Thursday that folks in the Chargers’ organization are seriously concerned about the knee of linebacker Shawne Merriman. We weren’t making it all up. ...
WHISPERS BEGIN REGARDING MERRIMAN’S CONDITION
profootballtalk.com 8/22/2008 — In the wake of a report that Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman visited with renowned orthopedist James Andrews regarding Merriman’s knee, we’re hearing that there is quiet concern within the organization that Merriman could be done, ...
SignOnSanDiego.com > San Diego Chargers -- Merriman has two torn knee ligaments
signonsandiego.com 8/23/2008 — Shawne Merriman said today upon his return to Chargers Park that he has a torn lateral collateral ligament as well as posterior cruciate ligament in his left knee. The lateral collateral ligament is the further knee trauma Merriman alluded to ...
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CHARGERS: Merriman has two torn knee ligaments : North County Times - Californian
nctimes.com 8/23/2008 — Saturday, August 23, 2008 2:26 PM PDT SAN DIEGO ---- Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman said Saturday he has two torn ligaments in his ailing left knee and has been told by doctors that he could suffer a possible career-ending injury if he attempts ...
Shawne Merriman Has Two Torn Knee LigamentsFanIQ Blog
The lights are almost out on Shawne Merriman's 2008 season. After getting a second and third opinion, he returned to the Chargers and reported he had not only torn his lateral collateral ligament, but his posterior ligament as well. For most of us that means instantaneous surgery before resuming any athletic activity. Merriman is still considering playing. "I'm just trying to ...
Shawne Merriman Has a Big Decision to MakeThe Sporting Blog
Next week, Chargers talisman and all-around swell guy Shawne Merriman will see a specialist in Miami for a third opinion on his two torn ligaments. The North County Times reports the last doc Merriman saw -- the infamous Dr. James Andrews, according to other reports -- saw if Shawne plays on the injury, his career could be at risk . Of course, Merriman fears nothing and wants to ...
Shawne Merriman's Left Knee Is Worse Than Initially ReportedFanHouse
Well this isn't good news for the San Diego Chargers. A couple of days ago, word came out that linebacker Shawne Merriman had some ligament damage in his left knee. More accurately, a tear to his PCL. It even resulted in Merriman making a visit to everyone's favorite surgeon, Dr. James Andrews. Today, Merriman announced that not only does he have damage to his PCL, but also his LCL. Casey ...
Merriman Has Two Torn Ligaments, May Miss 2008 SeasonSan Diego Chargers
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Posted by ESPN.com's Bill Williamson There is a new development regarding Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman 's knee that will likely delay the decision on whether he plays this season. The San Diego Union-Tribune is reporting that Merriman said he has torn lateral collateral and posterior cruciate ligaments in his left knee. Merriman is expected to see more specialists next week. ...
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Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman disclosed on Saturday that he has not one but two torn knee ligaments. Both the PCL and the LCL are damaged. “The combination makes it kind of difficult,” Merriman said. “It makes your knee feel very unstable. It’s something that I’ve been trying to deal with, hoping it would get better by now.” Merriman [...]
Shawne Merriman: two torn ligamentsSmackCaster SmackBlog
The news gets worse for the San Diego Charger and Pro Bowl LB Shawne Merriman. The San Diego Union-Tribune reports the Pro Bowler has two torn ligaments. Merriman believes the injuries could be career-threatening. What about Usain Bolt playing for the lightning bolts ?
Merriman Weighs His Options [NFL News And Notes]Deadspin
Shawne Merriman has a PCL tear in his left knee, now all that's left to determine is what he and the team plan on doing about it. At this point Merriman can get back on the field with his unstable joint, or he can opt for one of two surgical options. A partial reconstruction could get him back on the field this season, and a full reconstruction would put him out for the entire year. ...
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With the Chargers and linebacker Shawne Merriman not offering much in the way of details regarding Merriman’s condition, the North County Times sought the opinion of a physician as to Merriman’s ability to play with a torn PCL. “Next to the anterior cruciate ligament, the posterior cruciate ligament is the most important one in your knee,” [...]
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Some tough news for the Chargers as their star outside linebacker Shawne Merriman may miss part or even all of the upcoming season due to ligament damage in his left knee. While Antonio Cromartie may be the key to the Chargers secondary, Merriman is the talent who puts pressure on the quarterback and limits the run. As a result, the injury can have a huge impact on the value of the Chargers ...
Could it be lights out for the Chargers if Merriman is lost?ESPN.com - NFL Nation Blog
Jack Smith/AP Photo The San Diego Chargers will have a large void to fill if linebacker Shawne Merriman misses time because of injury. Posted by ESPN.com' s Bill Williamson Shawne Merriman 's desire struck me. When I visited the San Diego Chargers ' training camp a few weeks ago, I interviewed Merriman, the most effective pass rusher in the NFL since he joined the ...
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Jack Smith/AP Photo The San Diego Chargers will have a large void to fill if linebacker Shawne Merriman misses time because of injury. Posted by ESPN.com' s Bill Williamson Shawne Merriman 's desire struck me. When I visited the San Diego Chargers ' training camp a few weeks ago, I interviewed Merriman, the most effective pass rusher in the NFL since he joined the ...
Shawne Merriman Has Ligament DamageSan Diego Chargers
In an email to the North County Times, All Pro linebacker Shawne Merriman has revealed that the pain he has been struggling with this pre-season is related to ligament damage in his left knee. He told the San Diego Union Tribune that the damage is in the Posterior Cruciate ligament. The immediate prognosis is uncertain. Options are still being weighed and the extent of the damage is ...
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Shawne Merriman has been causing the Broncos headaches for years now. It’s nice to see him returning the favor to his own team. After undergoing arthroscopic knee surgery in March, Merriman admits that he has lingering knee issues. He’s also agreed to an in-season TV deal that has the Chargers front office apparently frustrated. First, the knee pain. The injury forced ...
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San Diego Chargers Pro Bowl linebacker Shawne Merriman says he has ligament damage in his left knee and is looking at options on how to fix it. In an e-mail to the North County Times , Merriman says he is waiting doctors recommendations. "(It's) a loose ligament and (I'm) waiting to get more info on what I need to do," Merriman said via e-mail. Merriman then told the San Diego Union ...
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The North County Times is reporting that Shawne Merriman has ligament damage in his left knee. Merriman played in the preseason opener and hasn’t practiced since. He had surgery in the offseason. Dr. James Andrews, surgeon to the athletic world, will evaluate Merriman’s knee. No word on whether he will be on the field week one. Chargers fans, start holding your breath. ...
Merriman Has Knee ExaminedChargers Gab
San Diego Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman had surgery on his knee five months ago; despite this, Merriman is experiencing lingering pain in the knee and as a result, has missed practice for more than a week. According to the Associated Press, Merriman travelled to Birmingham, Alabama to see Dr. James Andrews, the doctor who performed Merriman’s surgery. Merriman hasn’t ...
Chargers' Merriman has torn ligaments in kneeLatest Sporting News Articles for NFL
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Chargers Pro Bowl linebacker Shawne Merriman said Saturday he has two torn ligaments in his left knee and has been told by doctors that he could suffer a possible career-ending injury if he attempts to play without having surgery.
Merriman has 2 torn ligaments in left kneeThe Seattle Times: Sports
Chargers Pro Bowl linebacker Shawne Merriman said Saturday he has two torn ligaments in his left knee and has been told by doctors that he could suffer a possible career-ending injury if he attempts to play without having surgery.
Chargers star LB says 2nd knee ligament tornFOXSports.com News for NFL
Chargers coach Norv Turner is more concerned with having linebacker Shawne Merriman on the field for the playoffs than next month's regular-season opener. Merriman, a three-time Pro Bowler, felt pain in his knee after playing in San Diego's preseason ...
Decision Looming For S. Merriman About Possible Knee SurgeryMark Maske's NFL Insider
San Diego Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman has two torn ligaments in his left knee and intends to make a decision soon about whether to undergo surgery. Merriman met with orthopedic specialists this week. The University of Maryland product rejoined ...
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Chargers coach Norv Turner is more concerned with having linebacker Shawne Merriman on the field for the playoffs than next month's regular-season opener. Merriman, a three-time Pro Bowler, felt pain in his knee after playing in San Diego's preseason ...
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San Diego Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman, who has missed more than a week of practice because of a sore left knee, said Thursday night that he has ligament damage and is evaluating his options. The trouble is "a loose ligament and (I'm) waiting ...
Knee Surgery Possible For S. MerrimanMark Maske's NFL Insider
Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman is scheduled to return to San Diego today after having his left knee examined in Birmingham this week by orthopedist James Andrews. Coach Norv Turner is expressing optimism that Merriman will be the Chargers' ...
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Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman had his knee examined Wednesday in Alabama after lingering soreness kept him out of practice for more than a week. Merriman underwent surgery to repair cartilage damage five months ago but has had persistent pain ...
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Shawne Merriman had his knee examined by Dr. James Andrews on Wednesday.
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Sack leadersFOXSports.com News for NFL
QBs have a lot on their mind, and pass-rush fiends like Shawne Merriman top the list. Mike Harmon projects this season's sack kings.