Chargers LB Merriman to play with two torn ligaments
Injuries, NFL, San Diego Chargers, Shawne Merriman 1 Comment »San Diego Chargers Pro Bowl linebacker Shawne Merriman has decided to forego surgery and play the 2008 season with two torn ligaments in his left knee. Doctor’s have told him that he could very well suffer a career-ending injury if he risks playing this year. Merriman seems to not care about the possibility of further damage to his knee.
Reaction: The line has to be drawn at some point. I can understand playing hurt but this is taking it too far. You are risking a possible Hall of Fame career on one year of playing at maybe 70%. I believe that this is not a very smart move on Merriman’s part but I always say “whatever floats your boat” The only thing I can think of in this situation is maybe Merriman has some kind of clause in his contract that will pay him X amount of dollars for playing this season. Otherwise, God Bless him throughout this season and hopefully he does not injure himself permanently. Maybe he will change his mind.












































