Christian Wiggins out for the 2026-27 season with a torn achilles

[loyalsons4evertrue]

I'm trying to imagine having one season with no injuries (nothing "significant," at least ... a game here or there for various players isn't anything unusual).

In literally any sport

 

[cyfan92]

Bummer, was hoping to see him get some run this year, in the event Toure goes to the NBA a year from now

 

[cyclones500]

He’ll opt into the old rules now so I think can be eligible for future medical redshirts. But no 5 seasons of playing

So he's limited to 4 seasons regardless of how he structures it?

I'm still getting a feel for the 5-rule, is it supposed to be limited to 5 consecutive seasons?

 

[Cyinthenorth]

Massive blow for the young man. Hope he is able to recover, regain, and contribute for us in the future. Count me as one who thought he could have been an early contributor in year 1. Now, with Gray also injured, could end up being one of those lost freshman classes that we've had a couple of in the last 7 years or so.

 

[GoSTATE71]

Was most excited to see him play. Huge bummer but hoping he has a good recovery and will be healthy and feeling good next season.

 

[clonehenge]

There must be something different about modern athletes because Achilles injuries used to be rare and usually happened to older players.

They're almost as common as ACL injuries now. Wonder what has changed?

 

[Cloned4Life]

There must be something different about modern athletes because Achilles injuries used to be rare and usually happened to older players.

They're almost as common as ACL injuries now. Wonder what has changed?

Athletes are bigger, faster, quicker, stronger, etc. - and pushing the boundaries of training like never before.

 

[Kinch]

Athletes are bigger, faster, quicker, stronger, etc. - and pushing the boundaries of training like never before.

And their muscles haven’t caught up.

 

[harimad]

Shouldn’t have been playing when up 40

 

[JEFF420]

I’m gonna need a report on all the power stations near the practice facility

 

[Letterkenny]

And their muscles haven’t caught up.

More like their tendons haven't caught up to their muscles.

I also do not remember Achilles injuries being a thing 10+ years ago in college or pro athletes.

 

[CycloneErik]

Well, ****. He was one of the freshmen that I thought had a good chance of contributing significantly this year.

So it's your fault.

 

[CycloneT]

So he's limited to 4 seasons regardless of how he structures it?

I'm still getting a feel for the 5-rule, is it supposed to be limited to 5 consecutive seasons?

Yes new rules are 5 years no matter what. No redshirts of any kind. Class of 27 has to be 5 for 5 no matter what. Class of 25 and before are all under old rules. Class of ‘26 has a choice of old rules or new. Since he’ll miss this season he’ll opt into old rules now just for more flexibility

 

[drmwevr08]

There must be something different about modern athletes because Achilles injuries used to be rare and usually happened to older players.

They're almost as common as ACL injuries now. Wonder what has changed?

Google conspiracy theories with achilles. I'm sure there's something.

 

[Cyclonepride]

So it's your fault.

Are you my wife?

 

[enisthemenace]

More like their tendons haven't caught up to their muscles.

I also do not remember Achilles injuries being a thing 10+ years ago in college or pro athletes.

Yeah…it’s more the tendons/ligaments. It’s like when someone starts lifting consistently. If you try to add weight too soon, your muscles can handle it, but the connecting tissue can be a problem. That’s where most injuries occur. Loading before your tendons/ligaments are ready.

 

[CycloneT]

There must be something different about modern athletes because Achilles injuries used to be rare and usually happened to older players.

They're almost as common as ACL injuries now. Wonder what has changed?

Speed of the game and so much more training

 

[Go2Guy]

Williams and Lipsey last year; Wiggins this yr. I know there have been others in previous season, but don't come to mind immediately. It would be nice to start a season with a full roster.

 

[Jkclone15]

So he's limited to 4 seasons regardless of how he structures it?

I'm still getting a feel for the 5-rule, is it supposed to be limited to 5 consecutive seasons?

Correct, 5 seasons of eligibility from when you start or turn 19.

 

[CycloneErik]

Are you my wife?

I hope not.
I should let you know that this isn't clearing your path to playing time.