Washington Redskins quarterback Alex Smith’s playing future may be in jeopardy.
The 34-year-old is dealing with a “devastating complication” from leg surgery, , who cited sources.
NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport that Smith is battling an infection related to the surgery and said the veteran is being handled carefully and “seriously” by doctors.
Redskins blog Burgundy Blog first reported that Smith was still in the hospital after undergoing surgery on Nov. 20. that Smith’s post-operative infection could require “partial reconstruction.”
The Redskins said Smith’s family requests privacy.
“On behalf of Alex Smith, we appreciate all of the concerns and prayers over the injury he incurred on November 18th against the Houston Texans,” the team said in a statement. “Although this is a serious injury, Alex and his family remain strong. We would ask that everyone please honor the Smith family’s request for privacy at this time.”
Smith, who signed a four-year, $94 million extension in the offseason, suffered a broken tibia andജ fibula aga♑inst the Texans in Week 11.
Former Redskins quarterback Joe Theismann said Smith’s broken leg reminded him of his own career-ending injury.
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Redskins backup Colt McCoy broke his leg Monday night against the Eaꦏgles, which forced former Jets quarterback Mark Saꦑnchez into a game for the first time since 2016.