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On Sunday, a rare oblique injury occurred in the Green Bay Packers vs Philadelphia Eagles game. Legendary Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers was sacked on the third play of the second half, taking a tough hit from Haason Reddick.
Medical staff surrounded him before the next drive. Rodgers continued a little after the hit before he jogged down the tunnel and didn't return. It was later revealed that Rodgers had suffered an oblique injury.
Principles of an Oblique Injury
This kind of injury involves the muscles on the side of the body between the ribs and pelvis. This type of injury typically occurs when a player takes a hard hit to the waist area from excessive usage or sudden use of the muscles.
How to treat an Oblique Injury
These injuries can be sufficiently treated with rest since they typically take a couple of weeks to heal fully. If a player rushes back from such an injury, moving effectively could be a problem.
Has any other famous football player suffered from an Oblique Injury?
Yes, several famous footballers have suffered from oblique injuries, with one being a lingering case. That case is Jameis Winston, a former league leader in touchdowns. Winston has been suffering from reoccurring oblique damage for quite some time now, and he has barely played this season.
Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff also suffered such an injury in November 2021. Following the hit, Goff left the field and took some time off. However, the injury has healed sufficiently and the shot-caller hasn't missed a snap since.
What's next for the Green Bay Packers and Aaron Rodgers?
The Green Bay Packers' loss to the Philadelphia Eagles took them to a 4-8 season record. They will need to win their last five games to have a winning record for the season. With that being unlikely, Green Bay could very well start to set their sights on next offseason when they'll have a chance to regroup.
The remainder of the season could be used to give more snaps to rookies, second-year pros, and other backup players. The loss against the Philadelphia Eagles might be a blessing in disguise.
