What injuries did RG3 have?

Robert Griffin III injury history

  • Sept. 26, 2009: Torn Right ACL.
  • Oct. 7, 2012: Concussion.
  • Dec. 9, 2012: Grade 1 Right LCL Sprain.
  • Jan. 6, 2013: Torn Right ACL, LCL and Meniscus.
  • Sept. 14, 2014: Dislocated Left Ankle.
  • Aug. 20, 2015: Concussion.
  • Sept. 11, 2016: Left Shoulder Fracture.
  • Dec. 24, 2016: Concussion.

How many times did RG3 get injured?

Griffin tore the ACL, LCL and meniscus in his right knee in Washington’s Wild Card loss to the Seahawks. He had reconstructive surgery on January 9, 2013. Griffin missed 1 game with a Grade 1 LCL sprain to his right knee. Griffin tore his right ACL during the 3rd game of his sophomore season at Baylor.

Did RG3 play on a torn ACL?

Griffin sustained his first significant injury during his sophomore year at Baylor, playing in just three games before tearing his ACL. His bad luck with injuries would continue after the Washington Redskins selected him with the No. 2 pick in the 2012 draft.

What is LCL tear?

A lateral collateral ligament (LCL) injury is usually caused by pressure or an injury that pushes the knee joint from the inside, which results in stress on the outside part of the joint. The symptoms of a tear in the lateral collateral ligament can include: Knee swelling. Locking or catching of your knee with movement.

What did Washington do to RG3?

In an effort to acquire Robert Griffin III, the Washington Redskins traded three first-round picks and a second-round selection for the St. Louis Rams’ No. 2 overall selection.

How painful is an ACL tear?

Moderate-to-severe pain is very common. Initially, the pain is sharp and then becomes more of an ache or throbbing sensation as the knee swells. Since the ACL is the major knee stabilizer, an injury to it will cause the knee to give out or buckle when a person tries to walk or change direction.