MIKE PATTERSON RUMORS

Morning Muse: Philadelphia Eagles in a “Tricky” Spot

Another morning, more headlines…here’ a look at the latest Eagles buzz around the web. Pro Bowl LT Jason Peters had surgery on Tuesday to repair his ruptured Achilles. The procedure went well, but now the wait is on for details on his long-term prognosis. – NFL.com Though DT Mike Patterson played all of the 2011 season, his .horrific seizure at Lehigh University...
Via Philly Sports Muse  |  April 04, 2012

Eagles DT Mike Patterson Says He Will Be Ready Following Surgery

During his session with reporters Wednesday at the owners' meetings, Eagles coach Andy Reid said defensive tackle Mike Patterson was "doing well" and had not had any setbacks following surgery. Today, Patterson himself said the same thing during an interview with the team's website. Patterson was diagnosed with AVM, a tangling of the blood vessels in the brain which...
Via GridironFans.com  |  March 29, 2012

The 30 Most Memorable Moments of the 2011 Philadelphia Eagles Season, #19: Mike Patterson Seizure in Training Camp

Playing football is a violent game. Each play could be the last of your career, as the potential for injury is unavoidable in a sport which literally encourages 330-pound men to collide with each other at full speed. But there’s one thing you don’t ever want to see happen. And that’s what occurred with Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Mike Patterson on the morning...
Via Rant Sports  |  March 25, 2012

Mike Patterson expects brain surgery in off-season

Mike Patterson endured a frightening experience at training camp. The Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle had a seizure in pre-season due to an AVM, which is a type of tangling of blood vessels. Medicine helped him return to health, and he played throughout the season without a problem. With the season over, Patterson will have brain surgery to alleviate the problem. The Courier...
Via Shutdown Corner  |  January 03, 2012

Eagles DT Mike Patterson To Undergo Offseason Brain Surgery

Eagles DT Mike Patterson collapsed, then had a seizure, which had been brought on by a cerebral arteriovenous malformation, also known as AVM, during training camp in August. Nevertheless, Patterson answered the ball for 15 regular-season games at his regular defensive tackle position, missing only the finale against the Redskins on Sunday. As players filtered in and out of the...
Via GridironFans.com  |  January 02, 2012

Mike Patterson Faces Brain Surgery

Months after being diagnosed with a brain AVM, Patterson prepares for procedure. Read more at Philly Sports Daily
Via Philly Sports Daily  |  January 02, 2012

Philadelphia Eagles DT Mike Patterson Wins 2011 Ed Block Courage Award

Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Mike Patterson was selected as the team’s 2011 recipient of the Ed Block Courage award. Patterson has played the entire season despite suffering a seizure at Lehigh University during training camp that was the result of a potentially serious brain condition. Patterson’s seizure occurred in front of a full crowd of fans. He was hospitalized...
Via Rant Sports  |  December 23, 2011

Mike Patterson Wins Ed Block Courage Award

Mike Patterson has been named the 2011 Eagles recipient of the Ed Block Courage award for his battle with AVM and playing all season despite suffering a seizure on the fields on Lehigh University earlier this year.  Those that were on the field when Patterson went down will likely never forget that moment, as some players had tears running down their face as Patterson was put...
Via Buzz On Broad  |  December 23, 2011

Mike Patterson Eagles Ed Block Award Winner

Patterson's teammates recognized for coming back from a "brain AVM" in training camp. Read more at Philly Sports Daily
Via Philly Sports Daily  |  December 23, 2011

Mike Patterson – The Eagles 2011 Ed Block Courage Award Recipient

The Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Mike Patterson has been named the team’s 2011 Ed Block Courage Award recipient. Each year, the Ed Block Courage Award honors those National Football League players who exemplify commitment to the principles of sportsmanship and courage. They are selected in a vote by their teammates for team effort as well as [...]
Via GCobb.com  |  December 23, 2011
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