Injury Update: Chris Garrett
THE CANADIAN PRESS
Bomber Down: Garrett to miss season with torn Achilles
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Posted: June 26, 2012 03:00 PM
Updated: June 26, 2012 04:14 PM
CFL.ca Staff
WINNIPEG -- The Winnipeg Blue Bombers were dealt a devastating blow to their offence Tuesday, as they announced that running back Chris Garrett will miss the entire 2012 season with a torn Achilles tendon.
“We are extremely disappointed after hearing the news from the doctors about how serious Chris’ injury exactly is,” said Vice-President and General Manager Joe Mack.
“It is unfortunate for the Club, but also for Chris as he was someone who was looking forward to being a big part of our offence this season. Chris is a tough young man who will overcome this and we wish him a quick recovery.”
Garrett was expected to be Winnipeg's undisputed no.1 tailback in 2012, having taken over from former Bomber Fred Reid midway through the 2011 season.
In six games last season, the 25-year old Ohio product ran the ball 92 times for 576 yards and four touchdowns. He also managed to haul in 20 receptions for 90 yards.
During Winnipeg's East Division Final win over the Tiger-Cats, Garrett carried the load offensively, registering 190 yards and one touchdown on a staggering 29 carries.
He had just two carries for 19 yards during the 2012 pre-season.
The Bombers are set to open their season in a Grey Cup rematch vs. the B.C. Lions on Friday at B.C. Place Stadium. Should Garrett be unable to play, Head Coach Paul LaPolice hinted that rookie running back Bloi-Dei Dorzon might come off the practice roster as his replacement.
"He finished the practice," said LaPolice.
"Out of the backs we have, he performed just as well as anybody else, if not better than all the guys during the pre-season. So if that's any indication I think he's ready to step in."
Dorzon registered 76 yards and a touchdown on just eight carries during his two appearances in the pre-season.
Fan Comments
Horses123
Garrett going down has to hurt the Bombers. They expecting so much from him this season. Also, this was to his "Open House". His chance to really show the league what he's all about. Mallett then Garrett, perhaps there's something in the water they the RB's. Reid, Volny, crap.
Let's get the season started pronto.
Let's get the season started pronto.
June 26, 2012 - 10:19pm
tabbiefanmcb
Oh-oh - shades of what happened in the Hammer to Mallett! Seems like the RBs this season are being felled before they even get a real chance to compete. Doesn't appear that they have plans to bring back Fred Reid...yet.
June 26, 2012 - 7:31pm
cflsteve
I do not think reid will be back. Chad Simpson and Bloi Dei Dorzen saw a lot of reps in TC and pre saeson games and are equally as good. Simpson is a lil banged up so Dorzen will probably fet the start. non impor woodson also has skills along with carl volny anothr non import. So they are deep and flexible with the ratio at RB.
June 26, 2012 - 11:37pm
cflsteve
That is a very bad break for Garret. It appears though that just like last season they proved to be deep at RB. Bloi Dorzon played extremely well in the pre season and Chad Simpson looked very impressive also as I beleive it was Matt Dunigan who was really impressed with Simpson. Dorzen is already a crowd favorite. Poor Carl Volney who was the back up to reid last year is on the IR to start the season. another non import Anthony Woodson is also on the roster now. woodson and Volney were draft picks in '10 and '11.
Simpson was a player that i spoke of before the season and some people were baffled why I was so High on him. I think this injury will show them why as he is solidly engraved on the roster. whether he is the main Kick returner and backup RB or the starter he will make a big impact. Although some who do not know will have some wise cracks they just are covering
Simpson was a player that i spoke of before the season and some people were baffled why I was so High on him. I think this injury will show them why as he is solidly engraved on the roster. whether he is the main Kick returner and backup RB or the starter he will make a big impact. Although some who do not know will have some wise cracks they just are covering
June 26, 2012 - 4:37pm
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