10:02 am | November 26, 2018 | Go to Source | Author:
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An MRI confirmed that Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon has a sprained MCL in his right knee, the team announced Monday.
His status will be evaluated week-to-week, the Chargers said, putting his availability for his team’s tough road contest against the Pittsburgh Steelers this Sunday in doubt.
Chargers running back Melvin Gordon injured the MCL in his right knee, an initial diagnosis has shown, according to a source.
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Gordon suffered the knee injury on a reverse call early in the second half of Sunday’s 45-10 victory over the Arizona Cardinals , as he was leg-whipped to the ground by Arizona defensive tackle Robert Nkemdiche for a 10-yard loss.
Gordon left the field on his own. However, he was checked out by medical staff on the sideline and later went to the locker room for further evaluation.
The Chargers’ Melvin Gordon rushed for two touchdowns on Sunday before leaving with his knee injury. Jake Roth-USA TODAY Sports
Gordon was questionable going into Sunday’s game due to knee and hamstring issues, and suffered the injury with his team in control of the game, leading 28-10.
The fourth-year player has 802 rushing yards on 153 carries, for a 5.2 yards per carry average. He also has 44 catches for 453 receiving yards and 13 total touchdowns on the season in 10 games played.
If Gordon doesn’t heal in time for Sunday, the Chargers will turn to a running back by committee approach with Austin Ekeler as the starter and rookies Justin Jackson and Detrez Newsome serving as the backups.
ESPN’s Eric D. Williams contributed to this report.
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