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Teddy Bridgewater has torn ACL, recovery time 'will be significant'

Vikings starting quarterback Teddy Bridgewater tore his ACL at practice on Tuesday, the team has announced. He's scheduled to have surgery in the coming days and the recovery time "will be significant."

Here's the complete statement released by the Vikings:

"Teddy Bridgewater suffered a non-contact injury today at practice. The injury was quickly identified as a dislocated knee. The injury was stabilized, and he was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment and evaluation. After undergoing an MRI, it was determined that Teddy suffered a complete tear to his ACL and other structural damage.