Stevie Johnson Will Miss Entire Season
- Updated: August 11, 2016
According to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com San Diego Chargers wide reciever Stevie Johnson will miss the entire season after undergoing meniscus surgery.
Following surgery to repair his meniscus yesterday, #Chargers WR Stevie Johnson has learned he’s out for the season, source said.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) August 11, 2016
Derek Togerson of NBCSD also reported news.
Darnit. Looking like Stevie Johnson is out for the year after meniscus surgery. Big loss for the #Chargers.
— Derek Togerson (@DerekNBCSD) August 11, 2016
The Chargers showed their support for the veteran on their official Twitter account.
Get well soon @StevieJohnson13 !
Minor setback for major comeback!
— SD Chargers (@BoltsCity) August 11, 2016
With Steve Johnson missing the entire year Philip Rivers will have to rely even more on Antonio Gates and Keenan Allen to carry the load. Second year running back Melvin Gordon will also have to step up.
San Diego will open up with the preseason this weekend.
As more information surfaces on the Chargers and their injury news we will keep you up to date.
Stay with us at Calisportsnews.com as we will keep you up-to-date on all things San Diego Chargers and the rest of the LA sports teams! All Cali, all the time!