Sony Michel Knee Surgery Improving Quickly Training at TB12 Facility
By Michael Luciano
A little knee injury is nothing some good, old-fashioned Tom Brady recovery work can't patch up.
New England Patriots running back Sony Michel has spent most of this offseason recovering from arthroscopic knee surgery. The latest reports say that Michel is progressing quickly from his injury. Some have been quick to assume that there is a correlation between Michel's return to action and the amount of time he's spent at Brady's TB12 facility.
Multiple sources say that Sony Michel is progressing quickly since his most recent arthroscopic knee surgery and has been running full tilt. The 2nd year RB has also been spending considerable time at @TB12sports like so many before - and after - have/will. #Patriots
— Michael Giardi (@MikeGiardi) June 23, 2019
The Patriots needed a little TB12 magic to help Michel get back on his feet as soon as possible, because he established himself as one of the focal points of the offense during his rookie season.
A regular season with 931 yards and 6 touchdowns was all well and good, but the former Georgia Bulldog took over in the playoffs, scoring 6 touchdowns in three games on route to the team's Super Bowl victory.
“Oh, they’re killing it. Usually means a motion and a run out wide to the right.” - Tony Romo before Patriots' play
— NFLonCBS (@NFLonCBS) January 21, 2019
Brady motions; Sony Michel runs ball to right, scores touchdown. pic.twitter.com/PzxyrV2JoO
Going into the season with Michel at half speed and leaning on rookie Damien Harris and Rex Burkhead doesn't seem like the most prudent option for Bill Belichick and Co., so the update on Michel's knee is extremely encouraging.
If the TB12 method of treating your body like an absolute temple can keep Brady in the league at age 41, then it's no wonder that Michel is already back to running and nearing a return to the field.