Aaron Patrick
Ex-Broncos LB Settles With NFL
… Over ACL Tear
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A former Denver Broncos particular groups participant has reached a settlement with the NFL … after suing the league for its position in a season-ending knee damage he suffered throughout a sport in 2022.
TMZ Sports activities broke the story — Aaron Patrick tore his ACL in time beyond regulation of the Broncos and L.A. Chargers’ “Monday Night Football” contest at SoFi Stadium after stepping on a mat in an effort to keep away from colliding with an NFL official positioned on the sidelines.
The mat was positioned on the turf to cowl cords and cables for the league’s on the spot replay displays … however Patrick claimed his foot bought caught in it, inflicting his knee to bend awkwardly.
The 28-year-old pointed the finger on the NFL, L.A. Chargers, ESPN and even the mat firm after the incident … claiming his ailment may have been prevented.
He sued for unspecified damages, together with misplaced bonuses and future incomes potential … and earlier this week, a conditional settlement was reached with all events named within the lawsuit.
The phrases of the deal are unclear.
Patrick’s legal professional, William M. Berman tells us his consumer is blissful to place this chapter behind him and get again to taking part in.
The Broncos ultimately waived Patrick in August 2023 … and he hasn’t been picked up by a crew since.
