In-A-Gadda-Levitre Posted March 31, 2010 Share Posted March 31, 2010 JW's excellent article on Wood's recovery so far. Wood might also be something of a medical marvel. Drafted 28th overall out of Louisville last year, Wood’s walking without a limp and confident his leg will be fully recovered by the start of training camp this summer. That’s great progress for a player who initially feared he might not play again after being hurt during an 18-15 loss at Jacksonville on Nov. 22. “It’s a long way to go, and there’s going to be a lot of steps I take,” said Wood, who started the first 10 games at right guard before being hurt. “But I’m really encouraged with the way it’s progressed especially the last month.” Wood has been off crutches for the past two weeks and is no longer required to wear a protective boot. He’s able to handle stairs and has been cleared for light lower body workouts as he arrived this week for the start of the Bills voluntary offseason conditioning program Great news to get before the draft! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharper802 Posted March 31, 2010 Share Posted March 31, 2010 Buddy now go get us a LT and a NT!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NY Nole Posted March 31, 2010 Share Posted March 31, 2010 This is simply amazing. Wood has been my favorite Bill since he was drafted and this only increases his legend in my book. That was one of the most horrific injuries I have seen in a long time and his recovery is simply mind-blowing. I can't believe the Bills managed to make this pick last year. I guess a blind squirrel does find an acorn once in a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeastMode54 Posted March 31, 2010 Share Posted March 31, 2010 I'll be honest, I hope he comes back, but we can't expect too much. I have a friend who is a doctor and he saud he's be astounded if he plays early this year or at all. I'm not saying it can't happen, but after watching that video again it seems unlikely he'll be back soon. I hope he is, and I hope he plays well. I just wouldn't get our hopes up until it happens for sure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WordByrd Posted March 31, 2010 Share Posted March 31, 2010 I <3 Eric Wood Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steely Dan Posted March 31, 2010 Share Posted March 31, 2010 Every time this kid opens his mouth he gains more of my respect. If all 53 guys on the Bills roster had his attitude and work ethic this team would have won the SB last year. JMO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsGuyInMalta Posted March 31, 2010 Share Posted March 31, 2010 The kid is a freak. It's like he's read the book on "how to impress Bills fans". If he headbutts Brian Cox during the offseason he may achieve legendary status around these parts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thurman#1 Posted March 31, 2010 Share Posted March 31, 2010 I <3 Eric Wood Three Eric Woods would be greater than you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thurman#1 Posted March 31, 2010 Share Posted March 31, 2010 It's great to see. Not really more than expected, though. This is what the doctors said would happen from day three or four. It was only board posters and people who hadn't seen the x-rays or how well the operation went who were saying he wouldn't be ready. Great news, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingfish Posted March 31, 2010 Share Posted March 31, 2010 Buddy needs to draft more Eric Woods, more Fred Jacksons, and more George Wilsons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trader Posted March 31, 2010 Share Posted March 31, 2010 I'll be honest, I hope he comes back, but we can't expect too much. I have a friend who is a doctor and he saud he's be astounded if he plays early this year or at all. I'm not saying it can't happen, but after watching that video again it seems unlikely he'll be back soon. I hope he is, and I hope he plays well. I just wouldn't get our hopes up until it happens for sure I love this guys potential but I agree with you he may be back but he will not be 100%. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted March 31, 2010 Share Posted March 31, 2010 I'll be honest, I hope he comes back, but we can't expect too much. I have a friend who is a doctor and he saud he's be astounded if he plays early this year or at all. I'm not saying it can't happen, but after watching that video again it seems unlikely he'll be back soon. I hope he is, and I hope he plays well. I just wouldn't get our hopes up until it happens for sure The reports were that he suffered clean breaks of his bones and no other structural damage. If that's true (and judging by the fact that just 4 months after his gruesome injury and subsequent surgery he's walking around without crutches, a boot, or even a limp), there's no reason to believe he won't be 100% in another 4 months when TC opens, barring any setbacks. If anything, I'd worry about the effect the injury has on him psychologically, but that also doesn't seem to be an issue with him. And HGH is a hell of a drug. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SawchukBills Posted March 31, 2010 Share Posted March 31, 2010 Buddy now go get us a LT and a NT!!!!!!!!! Yes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfreak Posted March 31, 2010 Share Posted March 31, 2010 JW's excellent article on Wood's recovery so far. Great news to get before the draft! Let's all hope he isn't being over optimistic, because he showed alot of promise before he suffered that nasty injury. I personally am still a little suspect that he could be back so soon, but lets hope so. If he isn't 100 percent, it might be better to PUP him for a little while, rather than take a chance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smiley Dear Posted March 31, 2010 Share Posted March 31, 2010 I <3 Eric Wood I <3 your avatar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperKillerRobots Posted March 31, 2010 Share Posted March 31, 2010 Buddy needs to draft more Eric Woods, more Fred Jacksons, and more George Wilsons. I wonder what is says about the team's drafting that two of those players were UFDAs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SKRAAPY Posted March 31, 2010 Share Posted March 31, 2010 Three Eric Woods would be greater than you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubes Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 It's great to see. Not really more than expected, though. This is what the doctors said would happen from day three or four. It was only board posters and people who hadn't seen the x-rays or how well the operation went who were saying he wouldn't be ready. Great news, though. Continue your crusade, by all means. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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