Kahleah Copper’s season took a challenging turn when she underwent a left knee arthroscopy just days before the 2025 WNBA season tipped off. Despite this setback and the team’s projection that she would miss 4-6 weeks, the Phoenix Mercury standout remains eager to participate in “Unrivaled Season 2.”

Noah Schultz, a top pitching prospect for the Chicago White Sox, navigated knee troubles this season while pitching in Double-A and Triple-A. Despite the setbacks, he remains focused on a healthy offseason as he prepares to make a serious push for the 2026 roster.

Dijon Johnson, a Florida Gators defensive back, has been ruled out for the rest of the season following a knee injury against Miami. The injury occurred in the third quarter, forcing him off the field and leaving Florida to adjust its defensive plans going forward.

Marcus Mariota is preparing to step into the Commanders’ starting quarterback role this Sunday. Jayden Daniels, dealing with a knee issue, missed Wednesday’s practice, leaving Mariota in line to lead the offense.

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers left Sunday’s game against the New England Patriots with a knee injury in the third quarter. Head coach Pete Carroll provided an update on the situation, though the precise timeline for Bowers’ return remains unspecified.

After missing the entire 2024 season with a knee injury, standout defender Julia Freed is set to bolster Bemidji State’s back line. Her return promises a renewed sense of strength and confidence among her teammates for the upcoming fall season.

Kai Havertz is set to miss Arsenal’s critical match at Liverpool and Germany’s upcoming World Cup qualifiers due to a knee injury. Manager Mikel Arteta remains uncertain whether surgery is needed, leaving both club and country in a precarious position.

An MRI has clarified the damage to Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham’s knee—a development the franchise calls “a big blow.” Sporting News reporter Jeremy Beren broke the news on Aug. 19, 2025, leaving fans and teammates waiting for further medical updates.

Chicago Bears cornerback Terell Smith was carted off the field with a non-contact knee injury in the second quarter of Sunday’s preseason game against the visiting Buffalo Bills. The sudden setback leaves Chicago awaiting medical evaluations as the regular season nears.

Veteran NBA center Steven Adams has missed substantial playing time due to a persistent knee injury. After sitting out half of the 2022/23 season, the same injury kept him off the court for the entire 2023/24 campaign.