Former Alabama TE Irv Smith jr. expected to undergo surgery, will miss start of regular season
Irv Smith jr. has slowly, but steadily, been gaining steam in the NFL. This upcoming season was supposed to be a breakout year for the Minnesota Vikings tight end, but now that will have to wait, as Smith is expected to receive meniscus surgery.
As first reported by Tom Pelissero, Smith’s surgery would sideline him for “at least the start of the regular season.”
#Vikings starting TE Irv Smith Jr. is expected to undergo surgery for a meniscus injury that will sideline him for at least the start of the regular season, per sources.
Exact timetable TBD for now, but Smith seemed poised for a breakout season and now it’s on hold.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) August 29, 2021
Smith’s first two seasons were impressive. He accumulated 66 receptions for 676 yards and seven touchdowns.
Roll Tide Wire will continue to cover Irv Smith jr. as he undergoes surgery and begins the road to recovery and a return to action.
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