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Podcast: Sports Doc Talk
Episode: Turf Toe in the NFL: From Brock Purdy to Deion Sanders
Description: Turf toe has sidelined Brock Purdy and Joe Burrow, affecting legends like Patrick Mahomes and Deion Sanders. But what exactly is it — and why does it matter so much?In this episode, Will Sanchez and Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Grant Garcia break down:The anatomy and mechanics of turf toeWhy is this injury devastating for quarterbacksDifferences in severity (2–5 weeks vs season-ending surgery)Modern treatments: taping, custom orthotics, internal bracing, biologicsLessons from past stars like Deion Sanders and Serena Williams