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Iowa State forward Joshua Jefferson will undergo an MRI and begin pool-based, non-weight-bearing rehab after an ankle injury suffered in the NCAA Tournament; ISU coach T.J. Otzelberger said diagnostics with McFarland Orthopedics will guide the next steps, with Jefferson doing multiple rehab sessions daily in an acute stage and no fixed timetable, as he pushes to be available for the Sweet 16 in Chicago if possible.
Iowa State rolled to a 108-74 victory over Tennessee State to reach the NCAA Round of 32, but All-American forward Joshua Jefferson left early with an ankle injury; x-rays were negative, his status for Sunday’s game vs. Kentucky remains day-to-day, and the Cyclones plan to play for him if he can’t go, with Killyan Toure scoring 25 to lead the win as teammates vow to step up.
Iowa State forward Joshua Jefferson left the NCAA Tournament first-round game against Tennessee State with a serious left ankle injury and was sent to the locker room for X-rays, potentially affecting the Cyclones’ status for a possible second-round clash with Kentucky. Jefferson, a 2023-24 second-team All-American, averages 16.9 points, 7.6 rebounds and 4.9 assists per game this season and has helped fuel Iowa State’s campaign with multiple strong performances.
BTS member RM injured his ankle during a rehearsal, with medical tests revealing an accessory navicular sprain, a partial ligament tear, and a talus contusion; he will perform with limited movement at the ARIRANG comeback live event on March 21 and must wear a cast for at least two weeks to prioritize recovery.
Seahawks rookie Nick Emmanwori rolled his ankle at practice but said medical staff found no serious issue and expects to play in Super Bowl LX, planning only a walkthrough on Thursday as the training staff executes their plan.
Seahawks rookie safety Nick Emmanwori suffered an ankle injury at practice ahead of Super Bowl LX, with imaging planned to determine the severity. A key part of Seattle’s defense, his status remains uncertain as the team heads into Sunday’s game at Levi’s Stadium (6:30 p.m. ET).
Nick Emmanwori, Seattle’s standout defender and defensive-rookie finalist, hurt his ankle late in the Seahawks’ Super Bowl 60 practice in San Jose; the severity is unclear as he walked off on his own and will undergo imaging to decide next steps. Coach Mike Macdonald said updates will come after evaluation, while Seattle continues game-planning for Sunday’s matchup with the Patriots. Several players were limited in practice, and Emmanwori’s status remains a developing storyline ahead of the title game.
Denver’s season ended in a loss after Bo Nix suffered a season-ending ankle injury. Coach Sean Payton later said doctors found a predisposed condition that would cause a break, prompting Nix to dispute the claim and describe the injury as a simple twist. The public disagreement signals a communication rift as Denver eyes 2026 and Nix’s 4–6 week recovery.
Broncos quarterback Bo Nix pushed back on payments about a predisposed ankle condition, saying there was no predisposition and outlining a four- to six-week recovery that could have him back in time for May offseason workouts.
Bo Nix rejected Sean Payton's claim that doctors found he was predisposed to breaking his ankle, saying there’s nothing predisposed about the injury. He’s aiming for a full, healthy return for the 2026 season, citing a lengthy run of durability and expecting no offseason hurdles.
Broncos coach Sean Payton said QB Bo Nix has an ankle condition that made a bone break inevitable, a point he raised after Denver’s divisional-round playoff loss to the Bills and in discussing the season at the team’s year-end news conference.
Bo Nix had a preexisting ankle condition that predisposed him to a fracture, underwent surgery, and is in a staged rehab process. Denver’s Sean Payton and GM George Paton said the injury was known to be progressing toward this outcome and expect Nix back for May OTAs, with a 12–16 week timeline from surgery as he moves from scooter to crutches to walking boot.
Broncos quarterback Bo Nix is projected to be ready roughly 12 weeks after ankle surgery, aiming to participate in the late-April offseason program, with Jarrett Stidham having started in the postseason in his absence.
Bo Nix suffered a season-ending right ankle injury in the 33-30 OT win over the Bills, forcing the Broncos to turn to Jarrett Stidham as the likely starter for the rest of the season while they reassess quarterback depth and aim to sustain their momentum.
Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix broke his right ankle late in a divisional playoff win and will undergo surgery, ending his postseason run.