Don't be shocked if Luke is out again this week

[jbeachbum24]

So thankful to have AJ. This is why you don't trade depth.

[pepaw]

You hope so, and I would think they would check that. I will say though, Sidney Crosby had a bit of an issue like this. He had concussion symptoms for months before they found out that he had a slight spinal injury that required surgery. He was cleared and good to go after the procedure, but it took over half the NHL season before doctors figured out what was up.

 

I'm not saying this is what's happening with Luke and with that kind of hit I think it's certainly more obvious to check for spinal issues in addition to concussion symptoms. Just kind of thinking out loud I guess.

Well that's terrifying.  When I first saw the hit the thing that stood out to me the most was how his head went into his torso.  

[jjord]

You hope so, and I would think they would check that. I will say though, Sidney Crosby had a bit of an issue like this. He had concussion symptoms for months before they found out that he had a slight spinal injury that required surgery. He was cleared and good to go after the procedure, but it took over half the NHL season before doctors figured out what was up.

 

I'm not saying this is what's happening with Luke and with that kind of hit I think it's certainly more obvious to check for spinal issues in addition to concussion symptoms. Just kind of thinking out loud I guess.

Since I can't edit, I was wrong about the surgery part. He did have a neck injury, but by the time they actually found it the injury had been healed, according to the reports I'm reading.

[Moorgan]

Like others have said and I'll second, I said last week that I'm fine with both Star and Luke out until Seattle. Optimally they are healed and play when healthy regardless of the week. But we play Seattle in a month. I'm totally fine with waiting until then. Seems the most prudent course to take. Of course the coaching staff could think differently if we stumble this week. But I think if we play well this week they may just let it ride.

[wud35]

The hit to me looked more like a spine injury than a concussion from the very beginning 

Same here. Would be very surprised if he didn't have a stinger are some sort of neck injury the way he hit.

[rainwater]

The hit to me looked more like a spine injury than a concussion from the very beginning 

If it were a spine injury, he wouldn't be held out of practice due to the independent doctors not clearing him for the concussion.  Spinal injuries do not require the use of independent doctors to clear the player.

[Montsta]

Ultimately, research indicates 4-6 weeks recovery time for a more severe concussion.  Head injuries have a way of compounding if not aloud enough time to properly heal.  With the fact that he plays MLB, a very head injury prone position, and that we just paid this man millions of dollars.  I say let him sit till after the bye week.  Better than losing him for the season or worse. 

well if the good Dr. Jenkins says it, I can stand behind it!

[Darth Biscuit]

I feel the same as last week, if not better about it... as well as Klein played, I'd rather have Luke back when he's for sure 100% than rush it now for a game against a fairly weak opponent.  We'll need him more for games 5-8 on the schedule than the next two...

[ckad79]

The more time you give him to heal, the better. We are fortunate to be a in a position with Brees out, being at home, etc, that we can get away with sitting him.

The concussion really scare me because you often hear about guys who start to have them and suffer from them the rest of their careers. I hope he continues to have a long successfully career, but man... you can't help but think of Dan Morgan.

[TheRed]

Sounds reasonable to me. Another extra week should help substantially. Klein will take care of business.

[CPF4LIFE]

Im beginning to think the plan is to try and hold him out until we come back from the bye. It would make to much sense once the saints game ends

[Nick_81]

Black & Blue Review ‏@BlackBlueReview  3m3 minutes ago

Luke Kuechly's Concussion Protocol Timeline is Like Most http://ow.ly/SDpCE  #Panthers

[Camp Fodder]

So thankf. to have AJ. This is why you don't trade depth.

exactly.  The panther website says David Mayo is our backup MLB.  If that  was the case we would be in trouble

[enikville]

I'm pretty sure the only person who even knows Dan Morgan and his story is JR.

Ryan Vermillion has been the head trainer since 2002, so he was around during Dan Morgan's time with the team.