LSU football star linebacker [autotag]Whit Weeks[/autotag] underwent surgery on Thursday to repair a broken fibula, part of an ankle injury sustained during LSU’s bowl game, according to a report from The Advocate.
The report said Weeks didn’t suffer ligament damage and expects to make a full recovery in a few months. He may make it back in time to participate in spring practices.
In the Kinder’s Texas Bowl on Tuesday, Weeks went down late in the second quarter and was carted off the field with an air cast on his right leg. He did not return, and head coach Brian Kelly reported he suffered a dislocated ankle, indicating a pending surgery.
The sophomore led the Tigers and tied for second in the SEC with 125 tackles. Weeks also totaled 10 tackles for loss, three and a half sacks, two forced fumbles, and an interception.
Before leaving the field, Weeks was surrounded by teammates, including brother and LSU linebacker [autotag]West Weeks[/autotag]. The two, along with youngest brother Zach, will don the purple and gold next season. Zach Weeks signed with the Tigers as part of the 2025 recruiting class.