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J. K. Dobbins is set to join the Jim Harbaugh-led Los Angeles Chargers for the 2024 NFL season. The former Baltimore Ravens running back is reportedly set to join on a one-year deal, and he'll be joining fellow former Ravens RB Gus Edwards.
Dobbins is one of the most unique running backs in the NFL, but he has dealt with numerous injury issues. This article will look at his previous injuries ahead of his next move.
J. K. Dobbins’ injury history explored
Dobbins has a chequered injury record in college, and these issues followed him to the NFL. According to Draft Sharks, Dobbins' first NFL injuries occurred on Aug. 28, 2021, when he suffered a Grade 3 ACL tear, knee meniscus trim, Grade 3 knee LCL tear, and Grade 3 thigh hamstring tear. The culmination of these injuries cost Dobbins the entire 2021 NFL season and significant parts of the 2022 season.
Dobbins returned to action in time for the 2023 preseason, and he was expected to play a significant role in the Ravens' playoff push. However, after a strong Week 1 performance against the Houston Texans, it was revealed that Dobbins had suffered a Grade 3 pedal Achilles tear. He underwent surgery and was ruled out for the remainder of the 2023 NFL season.
What does J. K. Dobbins bring to the Chargers?
J. K. Dobbins was a star at Ohio State for a reason. The Buckeyes alum can play ball when healthy; the only issue in his NFL career has been his health.
Dobbins had 805 rushing yards and nine TDs in his rookie season, solid numbers for a rookie RB2 in the NFL. However, he has yet to have the chance to play in more than seven games due to injuries.
The Chargers are getting a talented but glaringly injury-prone running back by signing Dobbins. Dobbins has the tools to be the archetypical Jim Harbaugh running back as long as he can stay healthy. The Chargers are taking a low-stakes yet potentially high-reward risk on a player with bucketloads of potential. It's an exciting time to be a Chargers and J. K. Dobbins fan.
