11/17/2025
Everyone saw “no structural damage” on Josh Jacobs’ MRI - but that only means there’s no ACL, MCL, or meniscus tear that requires surgery.
It does not mean the knee is fine.
Two things commonly missed in public reports:
• Mild PCL sprains - cause pain with deceleration, loss of push-off power, and instability during cuts
• Bone bruise - a major source of lingering pain, swelling, and reduced force production
Both can sideline an athlete even if the MRI looks clean on paper.
No structural damage ≠ no injury.
It just means the athlete doesn’t need surgery.
The performance deficits are still very real.
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