Davante Adams’ comeback from a ruptured hamstring might just shock everyone, with Rams coach Sean McVay dropping a bombshell: Adams is “closer to the shorter term” of his 6-10 week recovery. This isn’t just wishful thinking, either. McVay even quoted Adams himself, saying the star receiver believes he’s “Wolverine,” ready to heal quick and get back on the field.
The Hamstring Rupture and a Swift Recovery Process
Adams initially went down on October 18, suffering a ruptured hamstring during a game against the Cardinals. It was a brutal blow, leading to a procedure to fix the injury. But according to McVay, everything about that procedure went “really well,” which is exactly what you want to hear. The coach confirmed Adams is “feeling good in the process of recovering and doing really well.” It sounds like this isn’t your typical slow-burn recovery.
Wolverine Mode: What ‘Shorter Term’ Really Means
The initial prognosis for Adams was a tough 6-10 week absence. But McVay’s latest update pushes that timeline way up, suggesting Adams could return much sooner. We’re talking potentially after the team’s Week 11 off week, which is a massive win for his squad. McVay even shared that Adams sent him a picture showing he’s “being able to walk already.” That’s insane for a ruptured hamstring just weeks after the injury and procedure. The coach summed it up, saying, “based on how everything went, on the shorter end is what is projected.” With 30 receptions for 480 yards and four touchdowns in just six games before going on injured reserve, getting Adams back quick is huge. You know McVay is buying into that “Wolverine” mentality if he’s throwing it out there.
So, keep an eye on Adams. If he’s healing like he says he is, we could see him back on the field, making defenders look silly, a lot sooner than anyone thought possible.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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