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Sampling of ACL timelines, comebacks of prior NFL players
On Christmas Eve 2011, just 30 yards shy of a fifth consecutive 1,000-yard season to begin his NFL career, Peterson tore his ACL. And in one of the greatest comebacks in sports history, Peterson didn’t just return in time for the season-opener; he also rushed for 2,097 yards and captured NFL MVP honors.

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Mahomes tears ACL as Chiefs miss out on NFL play-offs
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NFL roundup: Chargers KO Chiefs from playoff race; Patrick Mahomes tears ACL
December 15 - Justin Herbert threw for 210 yards and one touchdown while counterpart Patrick Mahomes tore the ACL in his left knee while leading a drive in the final two minutes as the Los Angeles Cha...

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How have high-profile NFL players fared after an ACL tear?

With the Packers facing a possible ACL tear for Micah Parsons, here’s a look at other recent NFL players to suffer the injury and when they returned.

Patrick Mahomes tears his ACL, and one of the NFL’s most dazzling dynasties gets put on ice

It's hard to imagine the three-time Super Bowl MVP returning to a Chiefs team that looks the same on the field and sideline.
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Micah Parsons suffered torn ACL, and other major NFL injury news

Unfortunately, they’ll likely have to go on that run without their top defender, Micah Parsons. The former Cowboys defender was closing in on Broncos Bo Nix when he suffered a non-contact knee injury and immediately fell to the ground.
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NFL's ACL injury surge highlights football's toll on players' knees

The NFL has implemented rule changes in recent seasons aimed at reducing lower-body injuries, including the ban on hip-drop tackles. Still, experts say the nature of the sport, built on speed, power, and rapid changes in direction, means ACL injuries remain a risk.
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Power Ranking the Top 10 NFL Quarterbacks Right Now Heading Into Week 16

Ranking the NFL’s top 10 quarterbacks heading into Week 16, breaking down elite play, recent trends, MVP cases, and which stars are carrying their teams.

Patrick Mahomes sees season end with torn ACL, same is feared for Micah Parsons; Philip Rivers nearly gets win

Patrick Mahomes' season is over with a torn ACL, and the same is feared for Micah Parsons. The injury bug made an unwelcome appearance during Week 15 in the NFL, striking two superstars just hours apart.

Patrick Mahomes tears ACL, Broncos eke past Packers and Bills tighten AFC East: NFL Week 15 Sunday review

The theme of the 2025 NFL regular season has been one of extreme unpredictability: Super Bowl favorites performing below usual standards, unexpected comebacks and breakout teams taking the league by storm.
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