The Facts:
Following up on the
ongoing story. ... According to ESPN's Chris Mortensen, Griffin will undergo total reconstruction surgery of his right knee early Wednesday morning.
Reported by FootballDiehards.com
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
Previous reporting -- by ESPN's Adam Schefter, suggested Griffin would have his LCL repaired and the ACL inspected for further damage. Apparently Mortensen has learned otherwise. Per the ESPN reporting, Griffin's recovery is projected at 6-to-8 months with rehabilitation that will focus on his quad strength to protect and help stabilize knee. We're all aware of what of what Vikings running back Adrian Peterson did with a similar timetable. And according to Mortensen, the Redskins are hoping Griffin can pull off a repeat of Peterson's remarkable recovery. Appearing on SportsCenter, Mortensen told viewers, "[Griffin] should be ready for the 2013 season opener according to the sources that I spoke with. ..." Stay tuned. Obviously more to come.
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