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Oklahoma Sooner star quarterback and 2008 Heisman Trophy winner Sam Bradford announced he will leave the team prematurely to undergo shoulder surgery before pursuing a career with the National Football League. The shoulder repair surgery requires a four- to six-month rehabilitation, leaving him unable to play.

Bradford wowed Sooners fans with his talent and his humility. Following last season’s successes, Bradford turned down what many expected would be millions of dollars from the NFL and opted instead to stick with his college team for another year. However, during the first game of the season against Brigham Young University, Bradford suffered a shoulder sprain. He missed three more games before aggravating the shoulder injury more in a loss to Texas. His decision to have the season-ending shoulder surgery prompted questions from media about whether he regretted his decision not to go pro last year.

“No. Absolutely 100 percent no regrets,” he said at a press conference announcing his decision. He later elaborated about his decision to stay: “Considering this is where I grew up and this is where I dreamed about playing, to put this in the past is extremely tough. I’ve been blessed to be here. The past 3 1/2 years have been 3 1/2 of the best years of my life. I wouldn’t trade a day of it.”

Shoulder surgery will put Bradford in a difficult situation with the NFL, as he will have to convince recruiters that he can make a full recovery. As of now, Bradford has until mid-January to declare for the draft.

Source: Tulsa World

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