Josh Jacobs to play Week 17 after undergoing surprise leg surgery?
Oakland Raiders running back Josh Jacobs has been dealing with a shoulder injury that forced him to sit out two of the past three games, but it was a different ailment that resulted in him undergoing a surgical procedure this week.
Jacobs revealed on Instagram on Wednesday that he had the “fastest surgery ever” on his left leg. He said the procedure was unexpected and not planned in advance.
Josh Jacobs says he had the "fastest surgery ever" on Wednesday. Hoping for a speedy recovery for the star rook pic.twitter.com/jGp2eTk8H4
— B/R Gridiron (@brgridiron) December 26, 2019
It’s unclear exactly what the issue is, but Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that the rookie is expected to be available for Sunday’s game against the Denver Broncos.
The early word on #Raiders RB Josh Jacobs is that the procedure he had last night should not affect his status for Sunday. That is the hope. Expect to get some clarity today. https://t.co/sC3gXHQtwa
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) December 26, 2019
Between the shoulder injury and the new leg issue, it’s pretty surprising that Jacobs is expected to play. Although, the Raiders still technically have a chance to sneak into the playoffs if they beat the Broncos and have a series of other things fall their way. Jacobs, who leads Oakland with 1,150 rushing yards on the season, may try to gut it out.
