Most 24-year-olds, without any structural damage in their knee on MRI, do not have to take a month off. The young running back's contract guarantees him $34.5 million in 2019 and another $9.5 million still guaranteed for injury.
Whatever the case, the CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. In March of 2019, we find out that Gurley has arthritis in his knee, and he had been dealing with it since mid-December. The offense will rest on Ryan’s shoulders, allowing Gurley to have a lighter load. Todd Gurley Facing Career Crossroads Gurley’s Knee Injury In College. The workload, history of knee injuries, and some genetics likely have taken their toll permanently.While certain treatment options may help a little bit, including platelet-rich plasma (PRP), bone marrow aspiration (stem cell), amniotic cell injections, and viscosupplementation (gel) injections, none of these are going to be sufficient enough to help Gurley regain his former dominance.In the 15 games that Todd Gurley played last season, he averaged 15 attempts per game.
Gurley appears to be walking with a limp, but he looks fast and explosive while going through drills, according to ESPN.com's Vaughn McClure reports.
No one is in agreement over Todd Gurley’s mysterious knee injury that made him a non-factor in the 2019 Super Bowl. He finished with the 885 rushing yards, 17th most in the NFL while averaging about 55.3 yards per game, and six TDs.2017 brought a head coaching change, and it benefitted Gurley and the Rams; with Jeff Fisher out and Sean McVay in, Gurley had one of the greatest seasons in NFL history.
In Week 15, Gurley reportedly suffered an unspecified left knee injury. His average yards per attempt lacked behind a weak offensive line (3.8), and he totaled just 57 yards a game.
Thankfully, Gurley only missed one game and was able to return in week seven. It feels like he’s 30. An MRI described only inflammation and soreness, with no structural damage, but this ended up causing Gurley to miss the final two games of the season. The line is led by center Alex Mack and left tackle Jake Matthews.
Nearly a month later, January 9th, Gurley had his first practice, and he was limited. If he is going in the 15 to 20 range but has the upside of the RB8 - 12, then I think that’s a great value, especially in PPR leagues. He rushed for 857 yards and 12 touchdowns; however, his 3.8 yards per carry average.
We break down what his injury news means for fantasy football. Guard Chris Lindstrom was an often injured rookie last season.Matt Ryan has been up-and-down each season over the last six seasons.
As a unit, they ran the fewest run plays. at Gurley grew up in Baltimore but attended a high school in North Carolina, as a three-sport star (football, basketball, track). These numbers can be achieved and surpassed by Gurley, as he is the more talented back. Thankfully the risk is now built into the cost.