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Browns owner Jimmy Haslam says Deshaun Watson will get a fresh start under new coach Todd Monken, with Watson’s job potentially up for grabs in 2026 after missing the 2025 season with injuries; in-house contenders Shedeur Sanders and Dillon Gabriel remain, and outside moves could come into play as Cleveland maps its QB plan.
Jayson Tatum returned from a 298-day Achilles rupture layoff, overcoming rough early rust to finish with 15 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists in 27 minutes as Boston beat Dallas 120-100. The sell-out TD Garden celebrated his long-awaited return, and while the Celtics had thrived without him with a top offensive rating, his back signals a new, deeper chapter as he ramps back into action alongside a supporting cast led by Jaylen Brown.
Celtics star Jayson Tatum could make his season debut Friday against the Dallas Mavericks after a right Achilles tear last May. He had surgery within 24 hours, has progressed through rehab (including a Maine Celtics stint and five-on-five work), and is expected to play with a minutes restriction and no back-to-backs. Boston, 41-21 and led by Jaylen Brown, will rely on Tatum’s return to boost offense and defense as the playoffs approach.
Boston’s Jayson Tatum could return as early as Friday against the Mavericks after an Achilles injury, with ESPN’s Shams Charania listing him questionable. The Celtics sit 41-21 and second in the East, having reshaped payroll by trading Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porziņģis, yet overachieving this season. Expect a cautious ramp-up and rust removal as coach Joe Mazzulla treads carefully, much like Paul George did after his 2014 injury, with the priority on long-term health and postseason readiness over a rushed return.
At the NFL Scouting Combine, the Indianapolis Colts expressed strong mutual interest in Daniel Jones, with GM Chris Ballard and coach Shane Steichen calling negotiations positive and aiming to finalize a contract before free agency. Jones is coming back from a December Achilles tear and is projected to be ready for training camp in about eight months, a timeline the Colts believe is feasible given his rehab. They also note his injury history as a factor in talks, while the quarterback market remains robust for the open market.
Notre Dame was routed 100-56 by No. 1 Duke as head coach Micah Shrewsberry injured his lower left leg, later reported as an Achilles injury, and left the court in a walking boot with assistance. He returned briefly in the second half but remained seated much of the time. The Irish were also missing their top scorers Markus Burton and Jalen Haralson with ankle injuries, and it’s unclear whether Shrewsberry will coach in the next game versus NC State.
George Kittle tore his Achilles in the 49ers' 23-19 wild-card win over the Eagles, ending his season after just one catch in the first half; Jake Tonges will start at tight end as Demarcus Robinson (111 yards, 1 TD) and Christian McCaffrey (66 yards, 2 TDs) led the offense, with San Francisco also dealing with a rash of injuries to key players.
Gabby Thomas will miss the upcoming World Track and Field Championships due to an Achilles injury that worsened in July, despite her success at the 2024 Paris Olympics. She emphasized the importance of health and patience over pushing through injury, and her absence is a disappointment for fans and her team.
Ronald Acuña Jr. of the Atlanta Braves was placed on the injured list with Achilles tendon inflammation after exiting a game with injury, adding to the team's ongoing struggles in a disappointing season.
The San Francisco 49ers experienced two non-contact Achilles injuries during the Super Bowl, prompting concerns about the condition of the practice fields at UNLV where the team had trained. While there is no direct evidence linking the injuries to the field, the team expressed worry about lower-body injuries due to the field's condition. Linebacker Dre Greenlaw is unlikely to be ready for the start of the regular season, potentially missing the first four games.
Minnesota Vikings running back Cam Akers suffered an injury to his left Achilles during the team's victory over the Atlanta Falcons. The severity of the injury is yet to be confirmed, but it would be the second Achilles injury for Akers in his career. The Vikings acquired Akers from the Los Angeles Rams earlier this season, and if further tests confirm a tear, they will likely rely on Ty Chandler as a backup to starter Alexander Mattison.
Cleveland Browns' wide receiver Michael Woods II suffered a ruptured Achilles during a workout in Texas and will require surgery, likely causing him to miss the entire 2023 NFL season. Woods played 10 games for the Browns last year as a rookie after being drafted in the sixth round out of Oklahoma.