NFL quarterback Kirk Cousins has confirmed that he narrowly avoided a significant knee injury, stating that his ACL was "spared - barely" during a recent incident. Cousins shared the update himself, emphasizing the narrow margin by which he escaped a major ligament tear.
According to the statement from Kirk Cousins, the veteran quarterback is hoping that video of the play becomes available to show the severity of the near-miss. "Hope there is video. Want everybody to see how my ACL was spared - barely," Cousins stated. The remark indicates that while the impact or movement was significant enough to cause concern, the ACL remained structurally sound.
Details regarding the specific play or the circumstances surrounding the scare were not immediately provided in the statement. There has been no official word from the team regarding any required medical follow-ups or changes to the quarterback's status for upcoming NFL activities. Further information is expected as the team and player provide more context on the situation.
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