Jaelan Phillips of the Miami Dolphins faced significant setbacks with a ruptured Achilles and an ACL tear, challenging his NFL career. Rather than contemplating retirement, he approached recovery with a mindset focused on balance between diligence and self-compassion. With both injuries now healed, he aims to complete a full season in a crucial contract year. Coach Mike McDaniel commended Phillips' ability to stay disciplined and focus on technique rather than past injuries. Phillips himself stresses staying present and focused, acknowledging the pressing nature of the upcoming season while managing expectations.
"Finding the balance of obviously being locked in, staying on top of the recovery but also giving myself a little bit of grace and a little bit of break."
"If you can't control injuries, you have to be disciplined enough not to think about it and think about your technique and fundamentals."
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