On Friday, guard Kelechi Osemele went under the knife to repair his shoulder, despite the New York Jets saying he doesn't need such a procedure. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, the damage on his shoulder was more than anticipated.
Per Schefter, Osemele's representatives and the NFLPA are “now considering specific action against the Jets’ team doctor (Dr. Ken Montgomery) for violations of State Medical Board Regulations.”
The Jets have continued to fine Osemele for “conduct detrimental to the team.” They believe he can play through the injury, while he thinks the opposite.
Said the NFLPA in a statement released on Thursday. Via the New York Post:
“Our union supports every player’s right to a second medical opinion, workers’ compensation and the best medical care. It is not appropriate or ethical for employers in any line of work to dictate the medical care and treatment of any employee. We are considering all options to protect Kelechi Osemele, as we would for any of our members.”
Osemele said he was taking painkillers to play in the first three games of the season. According to the Associated Press, he was examined by team doctors before getting a second opinion in California. Said the doctor who performed the surgery, Dr. Glen Ross: Osemele “should undergo a right shoulder arthroscopy, labral repair and cyst debridement.”
The Jets acquired Osemele in March in a trade with the Oakland Raiders. He said he began feeling shoulder pain in early August. He was not able to play games without taking strong painkillers as he previously alluded to. Nonetheless, the Jets believe he is able to play through the pain of a labrum tear.
Osemele has a fully guaranteed $9.85 million to make in 2019. Next year, his $11.35 million is not guaranteed. Unsurprisingly, he expects to be cut.
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