AJ McCarron's Sports Injuries

Type of Sport: American Football

AJ McCarron's Sports Injuries Table

Type Area Date Consequences Content How It Happened Recovery Duration Rehabilitation Details Impact On Career Psychological Impact Previous Injuries Return To Competition Severity Treatment Medical Staff Long Term Impact Preventive Measures Competition Missed Initial Symptoms Re Injury Risk Support System Rehabilitation Location
Concussions head 2017-11-25 He was placed in the concussion protocol and missed the next game. During a regular season game, AJ McCarron suffered a concussion after a hard tackle, leading to his placement in the league's concussion protocol. AJ McCarron sustained a concussion during a game after a hard hit. 1-2 weeks Rehabilitation included rest, cognitive tests, and gradual return to physical activities. Moderate, as it affected his playing time and required careful management. Concerns about long-term effects and cautiousness in subsequent games. No previous concussions reported. Returned to play after clearing the concussion protocol in 2 weeks. Moderate Rest, cognitive rest, and gradual return to activities. Neurologists and team medical staff. Potential risk for future concussions. Wearing proper protective gear and avoiding risky plays. 1 regular season game. Headache, dizziness, and confusion. Moderate to high, as previous concussions increase Team medical staff, family, and teammates. Team facilities and specialized concussion clinics.
Shoulder Injuries right shoulder 2015-12-27 Missed practice sessions and was limited in subsequent games. AJ McCarron injured his right shoulder while playing in a game, which affected his throwing ability and caused him to miss practices. He suffered a shoulder injury during a game. 1-2 weeks Rehabilitation included rest, anti-inflammatory medications, and light throwing exercises. Minor, as he was able to play in subsequent games with some limitations. Some frustration due to limited playtime and practice. None related to the shoulder. Returned to play with some limitations after 1 week. Moderate Rest, anti-inflammatory medications, and physical therapy. Team doctors and physical therapists. None reported. Strengthening and conditioning exercises for the shoulder. Practice sessions. Pain and decreased range of motion in the shoulder. Moderate, if not properly managed. Team medical staff and personal support. Team facilities.
Wrist Injuries right wrist 2019-08-17 He was sidelined for a few weeks. While playing in a preseason game, AJ McCarron suffered a right wrist injury that required him to miss the remainder of the preseason. AJ McCarron injured his right wrist during a preseason game. 2-3 weeks The rehabilitation included rest, physiotherapy, and gradual return to throwing activities. Minor, as it occurred during preseason and did not affect the regular season significantly. Minimal, as he had support from the team's medical staff and family. None related to the wrist. He returned to practice after 3 weeks and was available for the regular season opener. Moderate Immobilization and physical therapy. Team physicians and physical therapists. None reported. Strengthening and flexibility exercises for the wrist. Preseason games. Pain and swelling in the wrist. Low, with proper rehabilitation and preventive mea Team medical staff and family. Team facilities.

AJ McCarron's Sports Injuries Videos

AJ McCarron & Barrett Jones - Shove, Then Hug in BCS Title Game

During the 4th quarter of Alabama's victory over Notre Dame, QB AJ McCarron and OL Barrett Jones show their competitiveness. McCarron gets upset with Jones as they both try to make calls at the line of scrimmage, leading to a time-out and a delay of game. Despite the tension, they manage to resolve the issue, showcasing their strong teamwork and communication.
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Quarterback AJ McCarron's status is unknown for Sunday's Battlehawks game.

The Battlehawks have a lot at stake when they host the Defenders on Sunday morning. A win would clinch a playoff spot, allowing them to manage playing time strategically in the final two weeks before the postseason. There is still uncertainty at the quarterback position as A.J. McCarron is dealing with an ankle injury from Birmingham. He has done some throwing in practice, while backups Manny Wilkins and Brandon Silvers have been preparing to play. Coach Anthony Beck emphasized that everyone must be ready to execute the plan at a high level and expressed confidence in all three quarterbacks.
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Battlehawks head coach Anthony Becht provides an update on quarterback A.J. McCarron

A.J. McCarron continues to recover from an ankle injury. Coach Becht said AJ is progressing and will be the backup this week.
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