Jaylon Smith’s recovery from a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and lateral collateral ligament (LCL) is under immense scrutiny this week as the Irish’s junior linebacker meets with NFL physicians and teams in preparation for the upcoming draft.
ESPN reported Saturday that multiple teams failed Smith on their physical exams due to concerns about possible nerve damage, including three teams that allegedly said they won’t draft the talented player under any circumstance.
In light of the reporting from the Combine, I asked Dr. Shane Hudnall, who specializes in sports medicine, to offer insight on ACL/LCL tears, recoveries and related concerns.