New Orleans Saints guard Andrus Peat's road to recovery is off to a good start.
Peat recently underwent surgery, which was performed by the renowned Dr. Robert Anderson, to repair a broken fibula and ligament damage and the procedure went "very well," according to a source familiar with the situation.
Peat is expected to make a full recovery.
The starting left guard suffered the broken fibula in the opening round of the playoffs against the Carolina Panthers. New Orleans placed him on injured reserve Wednesday.
The 6-foot-7, 316-pound Peat proved an essential part of the team's regular-season success in 2017, as his versatility to play tackle and guard helped the offensive line overcome injuries.