Warren Moon's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: American Football
Warren Moon'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fractures | Left Wrist | 1995-10-14 | Missed six games | The injury occurred during a game against the Detroit Lions. Moon was tackled hard and landed awkwardly on his left wrist, resulting in a fracture. | Warren Moon fractured his left wrist after being sacked during a game. | 6 weeks | Casting, rest, and physical therapy | Moderate | Increased awareness of the risk of injury when being tackled | None reported in the same area | 1995-12-03 | Moderate | Casting and physical therapy | Minnesota Vikings medical team | None | Strengthening exercises for the wrist | 6 games | Severe pain, swelling, and inability to move the wrist | Moderate | Team medical staff and family | Minnesota Vikings training facility |
| Sprains | Right Ankle | 1986-11-09 | Missed two games | Warren Moon suffered a right ankle sprain in a game against the New York Jets. Although it was not a severe injury, it required him to rest and undergo treatment. | During a game, Warren Moon twisted his ankle awkwardly while trying to avoid a tackle. | 2 weeks | Physical therapy, rest, and ankle support | Minor | Increased caution when avoiding tackles | None reported in the same area | 1986-11-24 | Mild | Ice, compression, elevation, and physical therapy | Houston Oilers medical team | None | Ankle braces during games | 2 games | Pain, swelling, and difficulty walking | Low | Team medical staff and family | Houston Oilers training facility |
| Strains | Lower Back | 1998-09-19 | Missed one game | While playing for the Seattle Seahawks, Moon experienced a lower back strain after making a long throw. This required a short period of rest and treatment. | Warren Moon strained his lower back during a game while attempting a throw. | 1 week | Rest, physical therapy, and pain management | Minor | Increased caution with physical exertion | None reported in the same area | 1998-10-04 | Mild | Physical therapy and pain management | Seattle Seahawks medical team | None | Core strengthening exercises | 1 game | Pain and stiffness in the lower back | Low | Team medical staff and family | Seattle Seahawks training facility |
Warren Moon's Sports Injuries Videos
The Only NFL Player to Die on the Field
Chuck Hughes's death on the football field in 1971 remains the worst tragedy in NFL history. Hughes came into the game and caught a 32-yard pass. In the process of returning to the huddle, Hughes fell to the turf holding his chest. He was later pronounced dead at the Henry Ford Hospital, but evidence points to him dying on the field. A tragic day in NFL history.
Warren Moon Nearly Crippled Against Vikings
Warren Moon had a tough series of plays against a very fast Vikings defense. Initially, he was sacked by John Randall, who executed a powerful bull rush. Following that, Carlos Jenkins delivered a vicious blindside hit on Moon, causing a fumble that Anthony Parker recovered and returned for a 58-yard touchdown. This defensive touchdown was the fifth in the last three games for the Vikings. Moon's protection broke down, leaving Jenkins unblocked and allowing him to build momentum for the impactful hit.
Warren Moon | Oilers Tribute Week
The video celebrates Warren Moon's career, highlighting his transition from winning five consecutive CFL Grey Cup championships to joining the Houston Oilers. Over ten NFL seasons with Houston, Moon was named to six Pro Bowls, became the NFL's Offensive Player of the Year, and twice led the league in passing yards. He made history as the first Canadian Football Hall of Fame player, first undrafted quarterback, and first African-American quarterback inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
