Athletes React To Carson Wentz's Torn ACL
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- There have been a ton of NFL injuries this year and, for Eagles fans at least, none have been more painful than Carson Wentz's torn ACL.
The Eagles clinched the NFC East on Sunday and Wentz was on his way to an MVP season, but unfortunately it wasn't meant to be. Athletes reacted to the news on Sunday and Monday.
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One of the all-time great shooting guards chimed in on Twitter so express his hatred for injuries.
Injuries ruin sports. I HATE them!!! I know Carson,Deshaun,GordonH along with many others will work there asses off to be even greater when they return but it jus SUCKS! ???????????????????????? https://t.co/aSu0NmqmfX
— DWade (@DwyaneWade) December 11, 2017
Houston Texans rookie QB DeShaun Watson and his star teammate J.J. Watt, both of whom suffered season ending injuries as well, wished Wentz the best in his recovery.
These injuries are out of control this season. Feeling for you @cj_wentz. Wishing you all the best brother!!
— JJ Watt (@JJWatt) December 11, 2017
Former Eagles, now teammates on the Bills, Jordan Matthews and LeSean McCoy weighed in as well.
I played with nick he is a true baller
— LeSean Shady Mccoy (@CutonDime25) December 11, 2017
Also, Eagles legend Brian Dawkins and Terrell Owens tweeted about Wentz.
My prayers are with u @cj_wentz. U will be back stronger than ever! Focus on the road ahead. U had a hell of a season. #FLYEAGLESFLY
— Terrell Owens (@terrellowens) December 11, 2017
Birdgang, Take Heart! Don't bye into the neg emotions. @JordanHicks @DarrenSproles @ChrisMaragos Jason Peters & now @cj_wentz r leaders that continue 2 help us win by giving of themselves. WE will rally behind a confident #9 Do me a huge favor.. Rally & BELIEVE!!#FlyEaglesFly
— Brian Dawkins (@BrianDawkins) December 11, 2017
And, of course, some of Wentz's current teammates feel it the most.
Praying for my guy @cj_wentz ! Hoping everything is alright.
— Jordan Hicks (@JordanHicks) December 11, 2017