On October 24, 2008, news agencies reported that Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Carson Palmer has a frayed ligament in his right elbow and missed the remainder of the 2008-2009 NFL Season.
In January of 2009, the Bengals announced that Palmer would not require surgery, as the elbow had started to heal on its own. Palmer is expected to be fully recovered for the start of the 2009 season.700 WLW: No Surgery for Palmer
Extent of Injury
Palmer injured the elbow on September 21, 2008, in a game vs. the New York Giants. At the time of the announcement the Bengals were 0-7. Palmer was rumored to be delaying surgery till the last possible moment in order to see if he is able to recover with rest and rehabilitation.ESPN.com: Bengals' Palmer likely won't return in 2008
The Bengals, led by quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick, finished the 2008 season with an 11-4-1 record, third place in the AFC North Division.
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Fast Facts
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Palmer has an injured right elbow
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Injury might require Tommy John surgery
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Injury occurred on September 21, 2008
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Missed 12 games during the 2008 season
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Will not require surgery
