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RedditMichael Penix said his doctor told him he has “an amazing ACL” and he should “n...August 12, 2026

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Three documented ACL tears; doctor quote: 'amazing ACL' and 'never have any more knee problems for the rest of your career'; Penix cannot take hits in practice; backup role to Tua; multiple comments from medical professionals questioning feasibility

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Three prior ACL tears (right ACL twice in college, left ACL partial tear in 2024); doctor claims "amazing ACL" with no future knee problems—community overwhelmingly skeptical. Penix currently limited in practice (cannot take hits). Expected to back up Tua Tagovailoa Week 1 but remains favorite to start multiple games if Tua underperforms. Comments cite medical implausibility: orthopedic professionals note no surgeon would guarantee zero future knee issues after three tears; one PT confirmed surgeons do make such claims but they are unreliable. Serious concern: next ACL tear could end career. Sentiment is heavily negative despite doctor's optimism; community views statement as either quack...

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