Seattle Seahawks’ Emmanwori Discusses Ankle Injury Recovery
Seattle Seahawks rookie safety Nick Emmanwori is optimistic about his recovery from an ankle injury sustained during practice. This incident occurred at San Jose State University while the team prepares for Super Bowl 60 against the New England Patriots.
Details of the Ankle Injury
Emmanwori reported that the injury happened when he rolled his ankle while defending a pass on a routine play. He was able to walk off the field unaided, expressing confidence about playing in the upcoming game on Sunday. “It just kind of caught me off guard,” he remarked about the unexpected injury during Super Bowl week.
The second-round draft pick had previously dealt with a similar injury during Week 1 of the season. In that game, the Seahawks faced a narrow loss to the San Francisco 49ers. However, Emmanwori noted that his current sprain isn’t as severe, as he felt no soreness upon waking up the following morning.
Coach’s Assessment
Coach Mike Macdonald described Emmanwori’s injury as a low ankle sprain while addressing the media in San Jose. He expressed optimism regarding the player’s condition, stating, “There’s no way the first question’s about Nick, is it?” Macdonald mentioned that Emmanwori would participate in the walkthrough portion of Thursday’s practice but was uncertain about his overall participation.
- Nick Emmanwori’s Stats:
- Regular Season: 81 tackles, 2.5 sacks, 1 interception, 11 pass breakups
- Playoffs: 1 fumble recovery, 4 passes defensed (including 3 in NFC Championship Game)
Preparation for Super Bowl
Looking ahead to Super Bowl 60, Emmanwori plans to immerse himself in film study to compensate for any practice time missed due to his injury. He remains positive about his readiness, stating, “It’s nothing too serious to be even worried about.”
As the Seahawks gear up to face the Patriots, the team holds high hopes for Emmanwori’s participation. Coach Macdonald emphasized the need for caution during recovery while expressing confidence in the player’s condition: “He’s doing great, and moving around,” he noted.
