

Sports Injury Central Podcast featuring Pro Football Doc
Pro Football Doc
Dr. David Chao, AKA the Pro Football Doc, breaks down everything the common fan needs to know about ACL tears, concussions, and other injuries in the NFL.
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Aug 18, 2025 • 55min
Aaron Schatz on NFL Injury Analytics, Projections & Updates on Stafford, Hunter, Achane and Mixon
NFL analytics meet injury insights! Dr. David Chao (Pro Football Doc) sits down with Aaron Schatz, FTN Fantasy Chief Analytics Officer and creator of DVOA, to break down team performance, fantasy football strategy, and what the numbers really say heading into the 2025 season. Plus: Preseason injury updates on De’Von Achane, Joe Mixon, Matthew Stafford, Travis Hunter, Kenneth Walker and more. 👉 Don’t miss this combo of medical expertise + analytics to get ahead in fantasy, betting, and game-day debates. 1:05 Aaron Schatz Joins the ProFootballDoc Podcast 1:40 2024 Most Injured Teams 49ers and Panthers 4:30 Projections Based On Injuries 13:30 What is the DAVE stat at FTN Fantasy 14:50 Top insights to get in the FTN Football Almanac 16:00 Why Aaron Schatz is fading the Eagles this season 17:30 Why the Los Angeles Chargers will decline this year 19:20 Who missed a lot of time in 2024 who will make an impact in 2025 23:20 What we think about Cardinals CB Will Johnson 28:00 Breaking News on NFL Matt Stafford Practicing and Browns starting QB 28:30 Rugby balls on Saints sidelines 31:45 Check out Zip Recruiter 33:10 Cleveland Browns Starting Quarterback Situation 34:50 Who will be the Los Angeles Rams starting QB? Matt Stafford Injury Analysis 37:20 Travis Hunter Injury Analysis 41:40 De'Von Achane Injury Analysis 43:00 Kenneth Walker Injury Analysis 45:10 Joe Mixon Injury Analysis 49:40 Zach Wheeler Blood Clot 53:00 What to expect this NFL season from SIC How serious are these injuries? Who’s at risk for missing Week 1? And what’s the impact on your fantasy football draft or betting strategy? Don’t miss this essential injury preview for NFL fans, fantasy players, and sports bettors. Whether you're betting, setting fantasy rosters, or just staying ahead of the game, this episode covers the impact of player injuries across the NFL. Powered by the data-driven insight of SICscore.com, we deliver fast, expert-level takes on the players who matter most to your bankroll and your teams. GUEST - Aaron Schatz - https://x.com/ASchatzNFL Get the FTN Football Almanac 2025 https://ftnfantasy.com/almanac #nfl #fantasyfootball #fantasyfootballadvice #InjuryReport #injuryanalysis #mattstafford #matthewstafford #devonachane #joemixon #ZachWheeler Get Pro Football Doc's Free Newsletter at Sports Injury Central: http://www.sicscore.com SUBSCRIBE to ProFootballDoc on YouTube for new videos: https://www.youtube.com/ProFootballDoc Follow ProFootballDoc on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProFootballDoc Follow on Twitter and TikTok - @SICscore Instagram - @SportsInjuryCentral Follow ProFootballDoc on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/profootballdoc/ Like ProFootballDoc on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Profootballdoc

Aug 12, 2025 • 42min
Matthew Stafford Back Injury Update, Landon Dickerson, Tyjae Spears and NFL Preseason Week 1 Roundup
Whether you're betting, setting fantasy rosters, or just staying ahead of the game, this episode covers the impact of player injuries across MLB, and NFL. Powered by the data-driven insight of SICscore.com, we deliver fast, expert-level takes on the players who matter most to your bankroll and your teams. Follow on Twitter and TikTok - @SICscore Instagram - @SportsInjuryCentral #nfl #nba #mlb #fantasyfootball #fantasyfootballadvice #InjuryReport #injuryanalysis #mattstafford #matthewstafford #tyjaespears #landondickerson #rondalemoore SUBSCRIBE for FREE to Sports Injury Central: http://www.sicscore.com SUBSCRIBE to ProFootballDoc on YouTube for new videos: https://www.youtube.com/ProFootballDoc Follow ProFootballDoc on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProFootballDoc Follow ProFootballDoc on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/profootballdoc/ Like ProFootballDoc on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Profootballdoc

Aug 6, 2025 • 14min
Matthew Stafford Back Injury, Ammonia Poppers and Will Howard - Lightning Pod
Whether you're betting, setting fantasy rosters, or just staying ahead of the game, this episode covers the impact of player injuries across MLB, and NFL. Powered by the data-driven insight of SICscore.com, we deliver fast, expert-level takes on the players who matter most to your bankroll and your teams. Follow on Twitter and TikTok - @SICscore Instagram - @SportsInjuryCentral #nfl #nba #mlb #fantasyfootball #fantasyfootballadvice #InjuryReport #injuryanalysis #JustinJefferson #darnellmooney #justinfields #mattstafford #matthewstafford #joemixon #antoniogates #philiprivers #maliknabers #kennypickett #hunterrenfrow #aaronjudge SUBSCRIBE for FREE to Sports Injury Central: http://www.sicscore.com SUBSCRIBE to ProFootballDoc on YouTube for new videos: / profootballdoc Follow ProFootballDoc on Twitter: / profootballdoc Follow ProFootballDoc on Instagram: / profootballdoc Like ProFootballDoc on Facebook: / profootballdoc

Aug 5, 2025 • 52min
2025 NFL Injury Preview: Training Camp Injuries & Key Fantasy Impact Players
Whether you're betting, setting fantasy rosters, or just staying ahead of the game, this episode covers the impact of player injuries across MLB, and NFL. Powered by the data-driven insight of SICscore.com, we deliver fast, expert-level takes on the players who matter most to your bankroll and your teams. Follow on Twitter and TikTok - @SICscore Instagram - @SportsInjuryCentral #nfl #nba #mlb #fantasyfootball #fantasyfootballadvice #InjuryReport #injuryanalysis #JustinJefferson #darnellmooney #justinfields #mattstafford #matthewstafford #joemixon #antoniogates #philiprivers #maliknabers #kennypickett #hunterrenfrow #aaronjudge SUBSCRIBE for FREE to Sports Injury Central: http://www.sicscore.com SUBSCRIBE to ProFootballDoc on YouTube for new videos: https://www.youtube.com/ProFootballDoc Follow ProFootballDoc on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProFootballDoc Follow ProFootballDoc on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/profootballdoc/ Like ProFootballDoc on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Profootballdoc

Jul 30, 2025 • 20min
Ronald Acuña Jr. on IL with Achilles Injury - Pro Football Doc Podcast
Whether you're betting, setting fantasy rosters, or just staying ahead of the game, this episode covers the impact of player injuries across MLB, and NFL. Powered by the data-driven insight of SICscore.com, we deliver fast, expert-level takes on the players who matter most to your bankroll and your teams.
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Jul 28, 2025 • 1h 5min
2025 NFL Training Camp Insights on Justin Jefferson, Matt Stafford, Joe Mixon, Justin Fields + more
Whether you're betting, setting fantasy rosters, or just staying ahead of the game, this episode covers the impact of player injuries across MLB, and NFL. Powered by the data-driven insight of SICscore.com, we deliver fast, expert-level takes on the players who matter most to your bankroll and your teams. Follow on Twitter and TikTok - @SICscore Instagram - @SportsInjuryCentral #nfl #nba #mlb #fantasyfootball #fantasyfootballadvice #InjuryReport #injuryanalysis #JustinJefferson #darnellmooney #justinfields #mattstafford #matthewstafford #joemixon #antoniogates #philiprivers #maliknabers #kennypickett #hunterrenfrow #aaronjudge SUBSCRIBE for FREE to Sports Injury Central: http://www.sicscore.com SUBSCRIBE to ProFootballDoc on YouTube for new videos: https://www.youtube.com/ProFootballDoc Follow ProFootballDoc on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProFootballDoc Follow ProFootballDoc on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/profootballdoc/ Like ProFootballDoc on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Profootballdoc

Jul 15, 2025 • 48min
NFL Injury Insights: Tristan Wirfs, Tank Dell & Christian Watson, MLB Injury List at All-Star Break
Whether you're betting, setting fantasy rosters, or just staying ahead of the game, this episode covers the impact of player injuries across MLB, and NFL. Powered by the data-driven insight of SICscore.com, we deliver fast, expert-level takes on the players who matter most to your bankroll and your teams. Follow on Twitter and TikTok - @SICscore Instagram - @SportsInjuryCentral #nfl #nba #mlb #wnba #caitlinclark #fantasyfootball #fantasyfootballadvice #InjuryReport #injuryanalysis #ohtani #shoheiohtani #christianmccaffrey #cameronbrink #tylerglasnow #blakesnell #aaronnola #jjmccarthy #jkdobbins #joeburrow #jamalmusiala SUBSCRIBE for FREE to Sports Injury Central: http://www.sicscore.com SUBSCRIBE to ProFootballDoc on YouTube for new videos: https://www.youtube.com/ProFootballDoc Follow ProFootballDoc on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProFootballDoc Follow ProFootballDoc on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/profootballdoc/ Like ProFootballDoc on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Profootballdoc

Jul 11, 2025 • 18min
Eye Injury on the 4th? Pro Football Doc on Najee Harris
Whether you're betting, setting fantasy rosters, or just staying ahead of the game, this episode covers the impact of player injuries across MLB, NBA, and NFL. Powered by the data-driven insight of SICscore.com, we deliver fast, expert-level takes on the players who matter most to your bankroll and your teams. Follow on Twitter and TikTok - @SICscore Instagram - @SportsInjuryCentral SUBSCRIBE for FREE to Sports Injury Central: http://www.sicscore.com SUBSCRIBE to ProFootballDoc on YouTube for new videos: / profootballdoc Follow ProFootballDoc on Twitter: / profootballdoc Follow ProFootballDoc on Instagram: / profootballdoc Like ProFootballDoc on Facebook: / profootballdoc

Jul 8, 2025 • 1h 5min
Joe Burrow, Christian McCaffrey, JK Dobbins, JJ McCarthy Updates, Caitlin Clark, Darvish & Ohtani and More
01:00 July 4th Injury Analysis
04:05 Scott Fish Bowl Draft Begins #SFB15
09:30 Pro Football Doc's 2025 Football Injury Preview Coming Soon
11:35 Joe Burrow Wrist Update
16:05 Christian McCaffrey Health Update
21:35 JK Dobbins Now at the Broncos
27:25 JJ McCarthy Expectations
34:12 Yu Darvish Returns For Padres
39:20 Aaron Nola Ribcage Injury
45:20 Shohei Ohtani Pitching Progress
47:35 Caitlin Clark Recovery Update
49:50 Cameron Brink Recovery Update
55:30 Jamal Musiala Injury Update
58:00 Malik Nabers
61:00 Jamal Musiala World Cup Availability
62:30 Special Expert Podcast Guest Next Week
Whether you're betting, setting fantasy rosters, or just staying ahead of the game, this episode covers the impact of player injuries across MLB, NBA, and NFL. Powered by the data-driven insight of SICscore.com, we deliver fast, expert-level takes on the players who matter most to your bankroll and your teams.
Follow on Twitter and TikTok - @SICscore Instagram - @SportsInjuryCentral #nfl #nba #mlb #wnba #caitlinclark #fantasyfootball #fantasyfootballadvice #InjuryReport #injuryanalysis #ohtani #shoheiohtani #christianmccaffrey #cameronbrink #tylerglasnow #blakesnell #aaronnola #jjmccarthy #jkdobbins #joeburrow #christianmccaffrey #JamalMusiala
SUBSCRIBE for FREE to Sports Injury Central: http://www.sicscore.com SUBSCRIBE to ProFootballDoc on YouTube for new videos: https://www.youtube.com/ProFootballDoc Follow ProFootballDoc on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProFootballDoc Follow ProFootballDoc on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/profootballdoc/ Like ProFootballDoc on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Profootballdoc

Jul 3, 2025 • 17min
**Bonus Episode** Indiana Fever -Caitlin Clark, Tyrese Haliburton, Anthony Richardson injury talk with Dr. David Chao!
Caitlin Clark's groin, Tyrese Haliburton's Achilles, and Anthony Richardson's shoulder are HUGE issues for the Fever, Pacers, and Colts, so we talk to Dr. David Chao - one of the world's top sports injury experts!