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Lewis Cine injury update: Minnesota Vikings release statement on former Georgia standout
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Lewis Cine’s rookie season in the NFL came to a premature end Sunday.
The former Georgia standout who was selected by Minnesota in the 1st round of the 2022 NFL Draft with the 32nd overall pick sustained a fractured leg in the Vikings’ win over New Orleans on Sunday in London.
Minnesota released a statement Monday with an update on Cine’s condition.
The statement read: “After suffering an injury in yesterday’s game, Lewis Cine was immediately transported to a local hospital where he underwent a successful preparatory procedure in advance of his scheduled surgery tomorrow, Tuesday, October 4. Following surgery, Lewis will remain in London to continue his initial recovery process before returning to Minnesota at the appropriate time. A member of the Vikings medical staff will also stay in London until Lewis returns. Head Coach Kevin O’Connell and members of the Vikings organization have been in constant communication with Lewis, who is in great spirits.”
#Vikings update on S Lewis Cine pic.twitter.com/qBrxwtTgcB
— Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) October 3, 2022
Cine had played predominantly on special teams for the Vikings. He was appearing in his 3rd game of the season against the Saints before sustaining the injury during the 1st half.
Cine was a key piece of Georgia’s national championship team a year ago, as he recorded 73 tackles, 9 pass defenses, and an interception as a safety for the Bulldogs.
"Chris Wallace covers college football for Saturday Down South. He has covered college athletics for multiple newspapers and also worked previously for Rivals.com and GolfChannel.com."
