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Scotsman
a day ago
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- Scotsman
Rangers vs Panathinaikos injury news: 9 out as Russell Martin sweats on injured duo for Ibrox clash
Rangers will aim to make home advantage count when they host Panathinaikos in the first leg of the Champions League second qualifying round at Ibrox on Tuesday night (kick-off: 7.45pm). Russell Martin's side will looking to produce a positive performance on the new manager's first competitive game in charge, with several new signings expected to play a part against the Greek giants in Govan. The likes of Nasser Djiga, Max Aarons and Joe Rothwell are all in line to make their debuts for the club, as the club enter their new era under the ownership of Andrew Cavenagh and 49ers Enterprises. However, both sides have their injury problems heading into the game, with Rangers in particular possibly without two key first team players for the game. Ahead of the game at Ibrox, The Scotsman brings you all the latest team news: 1 . Ridvan Yilmaz - Rangers - INELIGIBLE The Turkish defender is said to be 'highly likely' to leave Rangers this summer, and has not been included in the club's Champions League squad. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group Photo Sales 2 . Ross McCausland - Rangers - INELIGIBLE The Northern Ireland international has interest from the EFL Championship, according to reports, and is another that has not been included in Rangers' squad for the competition. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group Photo Sales 3 . Dujon Sterling - Rangers - OUT The versatile defender is expected to be out for several months with an Achilles injury that he picked up last season in the Europa League quarter-final draw with Atletico Bilbao. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group Photo Sales 4 . Giorgos Kyriakopoulos - Panathinaikos - OUT In a big blow for the Greek side, Kyriakopoulos suffered a bad knee injury last week in training, which will require surgery. The left-back definitely out of the clash at Ibrox. | Getty Images Photo Sales
USA Today
2 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
New York Jets place former FSU star on PUP list
Achilles who?😂😂😂 All Glory to God man fr. Blessed is an understatement!!🙏🏾💯. The New York Jets have placed edge Jermaine Johnson on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list. He will be able to attend meetings and use the team facilities, but is not allowed to practice while on the PUP List and he can be activated at any point once he is ready. Johnson is recovering from a torn Achilles that he suffered on Sept. 15 in their game against the Tennessee Titans. He took to social media to share that his recovery is going well and they "want to move slow." "I will be on PUP because the team wants to move slow to be safe, which I agree with. Not because I'm not ready. All is well," he wrote. He is entering his fourth year with the Jets after they took him with the 26th overall pick in the 2022 NFL draft. He made the 2023 Pro Bowl after making 55 tackles, 11.0 tackles for loss, 7.5 sacks, defending seven passes, and returning one interception for a touchdown. He has played in 33 games and made 19 starts, recording 88 tackles, 10.0 sacks, 15.0 tackles for loss, and 21 quarterback hits. He also shared a video of himself working out on the field, where he was able to run and execute some drills. Follow us @FSUWire on X and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Florida State news, notes, and opinions.
Yahoo
3 days ago
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- Yahoo
Jets place DE Jermaine Johnson on active/PUP
The Jets placed edge rusher Jermaine Johnson on the active/physically unable to perform list Saturday, the team announced. Johnson tore his right Achilles in a Week 2 game against the Titans, but he is expected to be ready for the 2025 season opener. He gave an update after the Jets announced their pre-camp transactions. "I will be on PUP because the team wants to move slow to be safe, which I agree with. Not because I'm not ready. All is well," Johnson wrote on social media. Johnson, the 26th overall pick in 2022, earned Pro Bowl honors in 2023 when he totaled 7.5 sacks, 55 tackles, 11 tackles for loss, 16 quarterback hits and an interception that he returned for a touchdown. The Jets also placed wide receiver Irvin Charles on the active/PUP list. Charles, a core special teams player, tore an ACL on a punt-coverage snap against the Dolphins last December. At that time, his five tackles on special teams tied for team lead. Rookie linebacker Aaron Smith received an active/non-football injury/illness designation. His injury or illness is undisclosed. The South Carolina State product signed with the Jets as an undrafted free agent in April after leading the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference with 92 tackles in 2024.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
National media dishes on injury recovery for Jets' Jermaine Johnson
New York Jets EDGE Jermaine Johnson suffered a season-ending torn Achilles injury in Week 2 against the Tennessee Titans last year. It delivered a massive blow to both the Jets' pass rush and Johnson's career. As a sophomore in 2023, he had broken out of his shell by recording 7.5 sacks. The early-season setback robbed him of a proper follow-up showing. The Jets are reliant on Johnson making a full recovery and regaining explosion as a pass rusher. Johnson and Will McDonald IV are the only proven EDGE rushers on the roster. There's little-to-no depth behind them. ESPN recently published an article outlining the top storylines to follow around the league heading into training camp. There's a specific section that focuses on five injuries worth monitoring. Johnson's recovery is featured. "Johnson is expected to return in Week 1 (against his old teammate, quarterback Aaron Rodgers), but could start training camp on the PUP list, according to new coach Aaron Glenn," Benjamin Solak wrote. "Because of the scheme switch from Robert Saleh to Glenn, it's important that Johnson gets at least some time to knock the rust off in August." Solak makes sense. Coach Aaron Glenn is introducing a new defensive scheme. Training camp and the preseason are when players begin acclimating to a new system ahead of the regular-season campaign. Ideally, Johnson would receive that opportunity, but there are no guarantees. "Athletes returning from Achilles tears can also struggle for months to reclaim their old explosiveness," Solak continued. "To accurately gauge how he might impact the game in September, if and when he's back in Week 1, it's important to get a good look at him on the move during camp." Jets fans should receive an update on Johnson's health at training camp next week. This article originally appeared on Jets Wire: ESPN: Monitoring Jets EDGE Jermaine Johnson's recovery
Yahoo
7 days ago
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- Yahoo
Mateo Kovacic issues six-word update on recovery from Manchester City injury
Manchester City midfielder Mateo Kovacic has issued an update on his recovery from surgery on an Achilles injury earlier this summer. The Croatia international sustained the injury during the closing stages of last season, which unfortunately ruled him out of Manchester City's FIFA Club World Cup campaign in the United States earlier this summer. Advertisement Achilles injuries are notoriously difficult to overcome albeit quite common in the modern day game, requiring a carefully managed rehabilitation process to ensure a full and lasting recovery. Manchester City's medical and fitness teams have been closely supporting Kovacic's rehabilitation, blending physiotherapy with tailored strength and conditioning work throughout the course of the summer. Although the club has added midfield reinforcements in the ongoing market in the form of Tijjani Reijnders and Rayan Cherki, Kovacic remains a key figure in Pep Guardiola's plans when fully fit, valued for his experience in the middle of the park. Now, accompanied by an image and video showcasing some recovery work on a step machine, Manchester City midfielder Mateo Kovacic has issued a six-word update on his road to return for Pep Guardiola's side. Advertisement 'Six weeks since surgery. One mission,' the Croatia international midfielder said on his Instagram channel this week, having already missed his side's FIFA Club World Cup venture in the United States earlier this summer. Looking forward, Mateo Kovacic's recovery timeline will play a significant role in shaping Manchester City's season strategy, with the Premier League campaign getting underway against Wolves at Molineux on Saturday 16 August. While no definitive return date has been given, the hope is for the midfielder to be back in action within the first few weeks of the campaign, providing Pep Guardiola with greater midfield options. Despite Kovacic's injury, the club's transfer plans have not been impacted, thanks to the arrivals of Reijnders and Cherki, who offer additional depth and versatility. Still, Kovacic's eventual return will be a welcome development, adding quality and experience to the squad. Manchester City and Croatia fans will be keenly following Mateo Kovacic's rehabilitation progress, eager to see the influential midfielder back in the heart of Pep Guardiola's midfield.
