Ryan Tannehill's Sports Injuries

Type of Sport: American Football

Ryan Tannehill'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
Muscle Injuries Left ACL 2017-08-02 Missed the entire 2017 season. Tannehill suffered a complete tear of the left ACL which required surgical intervention. Re-injured his left knee during a non-contact drill in training camp. 9-12 months post-surgery. Underwent ACL reconstruction surgery followed by a rigorous rehabilitation program. Significant as he missed an entire season and had to rebuild his career. Concern over long-term career viability and performance. Previous right knee injury in 2016. Returned to full competition in the 2018 season. Severe ACL reconstruction surgery and extensive physical therapy. Orthopedic surgeon, team physicians, and physical therapists. Increased vulnerability to knee injuries and potential chronic issues. Strengthening exercises, use of knee brace, and modified training techniques. Entire 2017 season. Sharp pain and inability to bear weight on the knee. Moderate to high due to previous knee history. Family, teammates, and medical staff. Specialized rehabilitation center and team’s training facility.
Sprains Right Ankle 2018-10-06 Missed five games during the 2018 season. Tannehill's ankle sprain was severe enough to sideline him, impacting the team's performance. Injured during a game against the Cincinnati Bengals. 5-6 weeks. Focused on reducing swelling, regaining range of motion, and strengthening the ankle. Temporary setback, but returned to play later in the season. Minor impact, primarily concerned with short-term recovery. Previous knee injuries but no significant ankle injuries reported. Returned to play towards the end of the 2018 season. Moderate Rest, ice, compression, elevation (RICE), and physical therapy. Team physicians and physical therapists. Minimal long-term impact if properly managed. Ankle strengthening exercises and possibly the use of an ankle brace. Missed five games. Pain, swelling, and limited mobility in the ankle. Low to moderate if properly rehabilitated. Team support, family, and medical staff. Team’s training facility.
Sprains Right Knee 2016-12-10 Missed the remainder of the 2016 season. Tannehill's injury was initially diagnosed as a sprain but later revealed to include a partially torn ACL. Ryan Tannehill suffered a right knee injury during a game against the Arizona Cardinals. 6-8 weeks initially, but extended due to severity. Underwent extensive physical therapy and rehabilitation to strengthen the knee. Missed significant playing time and raised concerns about long-term knee stability. Potential loss of confidence in knee stability. No significant previous knee injuries reported. Returned to training camp the following year but re-injured the knee. Moderate to Severe Physical therapy and rehabilitation exercises. Team physicians and physical therapists. Increased risk of future knee injuries. Use of knee brace and targeted strengthening exercises. Missed the remainder of the 2016 season. Immediate pain and instability in the knee. High due to the nature of the injury. Team support, family, and medical staff. Team's training facility.

Ryan Tannehill's Sports Injuries Videos

Ryan Tannehill carted off after foot injury against Chargers

A bad-looking play for Tennessee as Ryan Tannehill gets injured at the end of a scramble. He goes down in pain, grabbing his right calf or ankle area. Khalil Mack was involved in the tackle. The athletic training staff immediately attends to Tannehill, who is later seen walking slowly into the blue medical tent. Eventually, Tannehill is taken off on a cart. The game has moved to the AFC North-leading Cincinnati Bengals.
Video thumb: Ryan Tannehill carted off after foot injury against Chargers

Ryan Tannehill was injured and left the field.

Ryan Tannehill, from the pocket, threw an interception to Gino Stone, who returned it 24 yards to the 45-yard line. This interception came at a crucial time for the Ravens, who needed a takeaway. Tannehill had an opportunity for a first down but opted for a riskier throw, which Stone capitalized on. Marcus Williams was injured during the return and had to be helped off the field. The Titans struggled on third downs, failing to convert on multiple attempts. During the game, Ryan Tannehill was injured and had to be carted off the field. Additionally, Kyle Hamilton was ejected for a hit on Chris Moore.
Video thumb: Ryan Tannehill was injured and left the field.