Panthers LB Thomas Davis Attempting To Be First Ever To Return From 3 ACL Tears

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Thomas Davis' career should be over, but he refuses to accept a reality that would seem obvious to so many others. When the 29-year-old reports to Panthers' training camp on July 27, he will attempt to become the first player in NFL history to come back from three tears to his anterior cruciate ligament. "I'm just very appreciative of this team to give me the opportunity to come back three times," Davis said Tuesday, via The Associated Press. "I think that is part of the problem with a lot of guys that had torn their knees up three times -- they were never given that opportunity. So I'm extremely appreciative to the Panthers." It should be noted the Panthers brought Davis back very much on their own terms. Davis restructured his contract, agreeing to forgo an $8 million bonus he was due. He'll play for the veteran minimum salary of $700,000.

Source: NFL.com