Los Angeles Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson underwent ankle surgery on Tuesday and is slated to miss two-to-four weeks, according to the team.
Jackson underwent the procedure in New York. Reports indicate the surgery was minor in nature.
The timeline means it is possible that Jackson will miss the club’s opener against the host Kansas City Chiefs on Sept. 11.
Jackson is entering his first season with the Chargers after being a standout cover corner for the New England Patriots. Jackson made 25 interceptions (returning one for a touchdown) in 62 games over four seasons with the Patriots before signing a five-year, $82.5 million deal with the Chargers as a free agent during the offseason.
Jackson has 17 interceptions over the past two seasons — nine in 2020 and eight last season. He finished second in the NFL in both seasons.
Jackson was a Pro Bowl selection for the first time last season. He also has 158 tackles, three fumble recoveries and a forced fumble in his career.
–Field Level Media
