Marshawn Lynch (sports hernia) has surgery, could return late in season
Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynchunderwent surgery to repair a sports hernia on Wednesday and could return late in the season, head coach Pete Carroll said.
Lynch, 29, will remain on the active roster, with the hope being he misses 3-4 weeks and can rejoin the team this year.
Lynch met with specialist Dr. William Meyers in Philadelphia on Monday, who confirmed that his abdominal injury would require surgery.
The nine-year veteran missed the team’s Week 11 win over the 49ers, and was ruled out for this week’s game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
• Peyton Manning expected to miss at least two games
Rookie Thomas Rawls, who has filled in on a few occasions for Lynch this season due to injury, will continue to see increased action in the Seattle backfield with Lynch out. He rushed for 309 yards and a touchdown last week, adding three catches for 46 yards and another score.
The Seahawks remain in the playoff chase at 5–5 and host the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday.
- Kenny Ducey
