San Diego, CA (Sports Network) – San Diego Chargers outside linebacker Melvin Ingram underwent surgery to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee on Tuesday.<\/p>\n
Ingram himself confirmed the procedure, stating on his Twitter account, “Thanking God for a successful and safe surgery!!!”<\/p>\n
In addition, the Times Union reported that the surgery was performed in Florida by Dr. James Andrews.<\/p>\n
Recovery time is typically a minimum of six months, which means Ingram’s 2013 season may not be in jeopardy.<\/p>\n
Ingram tore the ACL one week ago during an offseason training activities session.<\/p>\n
The 18th overall selection in last year’s draft, Ingram compiled 41 tackles, one sack and five passes defensed while appearing in all 16 games and starting twice as a rookie. The 24-year-old was expected to hold down a regular role this season following the departure of veteran Shaun Phillips through free agency.<\/p>\n
Ingram’s injury prompted the Chargers to sign veteran pass rusher Dwight Freeney to a two-year contract on Saturday.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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