2 min read • January 22, 2025
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As we look towards the Conference Championships of the NFL season, there are several key injuries that will impact upcoming playoff games. At SICscore.com, we provide expert insights from Dr. David Chao, MD (@ProFootballDoc) and other top sports doctors to help you understand the impact of these injuries on the player and team. Get a free account at Sports Injury Central to see the upcoming game matchup data for each player!
Jalen Hurts went down awkwardly on a sack during the Divisional Round game against the Rams and by limited video sustained a left knee contusion which limited his mobility. He may have bursitis on his left knee or possibly a small meniscus tear however he will play in the Conference Championship game this week with limitations on his dynamic movement. He did practice fully on Thursday.
Dallas Goedert Is currently managing an ankle injury and was held out of practice Wednesday and Thursday of this week, but the veteran tight end has indicated that he will play on Sunday, though he may still have an injury designation before kickoff.
Cam Jurgens returned to practice on Friday after an undisclosed injury that saw him miss practice time earlier this week, the return to practice indicates he is trending towards playing on Sunday vs the Commanders.
Quinyon Mitchell suffered a shoulder injury and did not return after a hard hit on Matt Stafford. By video we think he may have a minor AC joint injury and will have scans to ensure no structural damage. If no structural damage he may need to manage the pain to play this week. He did practice fully on Thursday.
Head coach Dan Quinn has said MRI results officially confirm that Sam Cosmi has a torn ACL in his right knee and will be out for the remainder of the playoffs, Cosmi was rolled up on and bent back awkwardly during the first half Saturday, and he underwent an MRI on Sunday morning, he will now likely undergo surgery to repair the torn ACL in his right knee, which could impact his availability for the start of the 2025 regular season.
Frankie Luvu was limited in practice on Thursday and Friday with a shoulder injury sustained in W18, but that hasn't limited his playing time in either of the Commanders two playoff games so far, and he will be playing on Sunday vs the Eagles.
Bobby Wagner missed practice on Wednesday and Thursday then an LP on Friday with an ankle injury, he carried no injury designation by the time kickoff came last week and did not miss a snap so it is expected he will play in this critical game.
Taylor Rapp has been ruled out of Sunday's AFC Championship vs the Chiefs with hip and back injuries, he sustained the hip injury during the first half of the win over the Ravens last week and did not return, his absence is notable vs the Chiefs passing attack.
By video Taron Johnson subluxed his left shoulder in the Divisional Round game against the Ravens. He returned quickly and will likely play wearing a harness on that shoulder this week against the Chiefs. Johnson was limited at practice on Thursday and a full participant on Friday.
Christian Benford was placed in the league's concussion protocol after the divisional-round win over the Ravens, increasing his chances of missing the AFC Championship vs the Chiefs, he will continue to be monitored. Benford was limited at practice on Thursday. and DNP Friday due to a personal matter. He is listed as Questionable and will need to clear the concussion protocol before he can travel and play Sunday.
Matt Milano was a full participant in practice on Friday with the combination of hamstring and elbow injuries he's been managing, he will suit up vs the Chiefs on Sunday.
Mecole Hardman Jr. who is recovering from a knee injury will not be activated off IR and will not play again this NFL season according to Head Coach Andy Reid.
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