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[bathroommonkey76]

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Chicago Bears tight end Zach Miller underwent "urgent" surgery to repair artery damage in his knee after suffering a dislocation in Sunday's loss to the New Orleans Saints.

The Bears confirmed the procedure in a statement Monday, adding the surgery was successful and Miller will remain in the hospital for evaluation.

Miller, 33, suffered a gruesome knee injury in the third quarter when attempting to make a touchdown reception. The dislocation of his knee was apparent on the field, and he needed an extended period of medical attention before being carted off the field.

ESPN's Chris Mortensen and Adam Schefter first detailed the surgery, which Schefter categorized as an attempt to save Miller's leg from amputation.


Read more:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2741461-zach-miller-reportedly-undergoing-urgent-vascular-surgery-to-save-leg

[lark]

1. OMG, how awful!

Miller used to be my Fantasy tight end and as long as he was healthy was always good for points. I've retained a soft spot for him in my heart and am so sad about this horrific injury. I hope he's able to at least keep his mobility.

[DarthDem]

2. Yup, I've Always Liked Zach

Classy guy and solid producer, as you pointed out, on a host of bad teams.

Just-released statement from the Bears seems to indicate that his leg was stabilized and that it was saved by some awesome surgeons in New Orleans.

[lark]

3. I appreciate the good news.