Bob Sanders Has Knee Surgery

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While in the process of recovering from a high ankle sprain, Indianapolis Colts safety Bob Sanders decided to have his knee scoped because the recovery time is less than that of the ankle sprain. (Just for the record, I think I need both my knees scoped.) Bob got a spanking new $37.5 million contract last year, but he’s often on the injury report because of his volatile playing style. And Colts owner Jim Irsay is kind of ok with that:

“I knew when we did the contract that he’s such a rare talent that you have to live a little bit with the possible injuries that come up. Bob is so combustible, so physical. He’s so dynamic and such a rare individual. It’s something you knew (was possible), but you know he might get on a lucky streak and go a year or two without having anything.”

Mmm, probably not. This is Bob’s 5th year in the NFL and he’s never made it through a season unscathed. Last year was his best in terms of playing time, getting into an impressive 15 games. His rookie season, he only played in six games. And in 2006 he only played in four games. The fact remains, when he is playing, Bob Sanders is one of the best safeties in the National Football League. He also brings an added dimension to the Colts defense that makes that unit significantly better when he’s on the field. It’s frustrating to see him injured, but the Colts can look forward to his return in a couple weeks and hope they haven’t lost too many games in the meantime.

Source: IndyStar.com