Frank Gore has been ruled out for Sunday’s season finale against the New England Patriots.
The New York Jets running back suffered a bruised lung in Sunday’s win over the Cleveland Browns and won’t suit up for Week 17. Head coach Adam Gase announced the news on Monday.
Does that mean the NFL has seen the last of its running back iron man? If so, he’ll retire on a remarkable statistical note to punctuate his exceptional career as the game’s most resilient runner.
Gore’s remarkable statistical accomplishment
With his final carry against the Browns, Gore reached 48 yards on the day and a career tally of 16,000 rushing yards — on the nose.