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OU quarterback Sam Bradford's surgery is a success

By DAVID UBBEN, Staff Writer, dubben@opubco.com    Comments Comment on this article38
Published: October 28, 2009

NORMAN — Sam Bradford underwent successful surgery on his throwing shoulder on Wednesday in Birmingham, Ala.


Surrounded by his teammates, Sam Bradford addresses the media as he makes an official announcement that he is having season ending shoulder surgery, and plans to enter the NFL draft on Monday, Oct. 26, 2009, in Norman, Okla. (AP Photo/The Oklahoman, Chris Landsberger)

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The 35-minute procedure was finished at 10:45 this morning, and Bradford, though still experiencing soreness, was resting comfortably.

It all looked great in the end and everyone seems to feel very good about it, said Kent Bradford, Sam Bradford's father, in a release.

Kent Bradford was able to watch some of the surgery, performed by Dr. James Andrews, and said the reigning Heisman winner would go through a limited exercise session on Wednesday before returning home in the next 24 to 48 hours.

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Hey that's great - but you still lost at least $10 mill.
Philip, Oklahoma City - Oct 29, 2009 at 2:53 pm
Good luck Sam, I sure hope you end up with the Titans......
rick, lakeland - Oct 29, 2009 at 1:12 pm
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OSU fan here, just wanted to say I'm glad the surgery was a success. I wish only the best for Sam. I hate to see any player have to cut his career short because of an injury.
Kelly, Glencoe - Oct 29, 2009 at 10:53 am
People are you kidding me, you are right Kelly, these people have no class at all! Best of luck Sam! I hope your rehab goes well!
jeanie, elmore city - Oct 29, 2009 at 9:29 am
How anyone could speak ill of Sam Bradford is beyond me! Sam is a model citizen off the field as well as being a Heisman trophy winner on the field. I believe Zack Robinson and Colt McCoy are good kids as well. I would never make a comment against their health just because they play for a rival school and those of you that would . . . . your words speak volumes about your character!!
Kelly, Wayne - Oct 29, 2009 at 8:48 am
Best wishes to an OUstanding yOUng man from a wonderful family. We wish yOU a speedy recovery and life long success!! Boomer!
V, Birmingham - Oct 29, 2009 at 6:55 am
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Sam Bradford?!? Who is Sam Bradford?
Larry, Krebs - Oct 28, 2009 at 11:45 pm
Best of everything to a fine young man. i'll miss watching you play for ou, but this is best for you. god bless.
Margaret, Jefferson - Oct 28, 2009 at 11:14 pm
Don't hate the guy just had surgery. That is very uncool and show's that some people have zero class. Good Luck Sam and well miss you!!!! BOOMER SOONER
kari - Oct 28, 2009 at 9:13 pm
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Good to know. Glad they didn't have to amputate.
Ryan, Broken Arrow - Oct 28, 2009 at 8:17 pm
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another oSu fan wishing sam all the best.....let's just hope he doesn't wind up in a raider or redskin uniform
Gerald, Duncan - Oct 28, 2009 at 7:58 pm
Good luck Sam Oklahomans appreciate you and what you have done. A job well done on your part. Rest and heal that shoulder, I know you will do well in whatever you do so u go Slingin Sammy we do love you, you gave your heart and guts to OU and all involved.
Terry, Norman - Oct 28, 2009 at 7:18 pm
Good luck and all the best Sam!!!
Mitch, Oklahoma City - Oct 28, 2009 at 7:04 pm
I hate for any athlete to be injured especially when they are young with so much to look forward to in life so I wish this young man Sam all the best as I do all athletes participating in sports.
Susie, Sherman - Oct 28, 2009 at 6:03 pm
From a pokes fan, this is very good news. He'll make a good, accurate pro QB.
John, Wylie - Oct 28, 2009 at 5:37 pm
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haha
Eric, Yukon - Oct 28, 2009 at 5:22 pm
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You know an OU Athlete is going to get the best of care, and doubt if he has any "deductibles" or "co-payments" either. Glad he's OK.

I remember an Ou basketball player that didn't have such a happy ending after kee surgery. so I wish this kid a good recovery.
Paula, yukon 73099 - Oct 28, 2009 at 4:59 pm
well thats good. I was hoping no one was THAT stupid. good luck jeff
Eric, Yukon - Oct 28, 2009 at 4:59 pm
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Eric, Yukon -- you are so kind to Jeff, Edmond, who was just being a "jerk without excuse."
barbara, Oklahoma City - Oct 28, 2009 at 4:54 pm
As a Cowboy fan I wish Sam the very best with his recovery and success at the next level.
Bill, Choctaw - Oct 28, 2009 at 4:53 pm
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Good to hear. I hope his recovery goes smoothly as well.
Brian, Edmond - Oct 28, 2009 at 4:48 pm
Really Jeff? Benched? You don't follow college football much eh ?
Eric, Yukon - Oct 28, 2009 at 4:48 pm
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glad they say it was a success. However, isn't the proof in the months to come, after rehab? I look forward to watching him play in the NFL.
Boomer, Washington - Oct 28, 2009 at 4:34 pm
Good luck and get well soon....the fans will miss you..go SOONERS
vanessa - Oct 28, 2009 at 4:31 pm
I didn't realize that he was hurt, just thought he got benched.
Jeff, Edmond - Oct 28, 2009 at 4:29 pm
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Glad that Sam's doing ok. BOOMER SOONER!!
Don, Duncan - Oct 28, 2009 at 4:24 pm
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OSU fan here but very glad that Sams surgery was a success. It is sad that his injury had to end his season this year but I have nothing but best wishes to him.
Angela, Yukon - Oct 28, 2009 at 4:15 pm
YAWN!
Brett, Oklahoma City - Oct 28, 2009 at 4:11 pm
I have a nice 10 inch shoulder surgery scar from Sports Medicine at 50th and Hefner Pkwy. But now they use all those lasers and such so I'm sure his scar if any will be tiny.
Sam needs to break the NCAA quarterback curse. SI did a story a few months back about how NCAA star quarterbacks all wash out at the NFL, Huepel not excluded.
burt, edmond - Oct 28, 2009 at 4:11 pm
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Teamless/Useless - My son had shoulder surgery that was not successful. I'm glad they reported on Sam's. Don't read it if you don't want to hear it IDIOT!
Lisa, Bethany - Oct 28, 2009 at 4:07 pm
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Oh thank God, I was afraid he would have one of those "unsuccessful" shoulder surgeries. Can we milk this story any longer? Puhleezeeee....
Teamless, In Seattle - Oct 28, 2009 at 3:53 pm
That is great news. Hope Sam does well in his career.
barbara, Oklahoma City - Oct 28, 2009 at 3:51 pm
Great! Best wishes to Sam in his future endeavors.
Deann, Crescent - Oct 28, 2009 at 3:34 pm
Sam's injured??
chris, Oklahoma City - Oct 28, 2009 at 3:27 pm
On to better and greater things, Sam.
Don, Calion - Oct 28, 2009 at 3:18 pm
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That makes me happy.
J, Norman - Oct 28, 2009 at 3:16 pm
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Glad to hear it
Eric, Yukon - Oct 28, 2009 at 3:12 pm
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