Tennessee Titans OT Peter Skoronski suffers ruptured appendix

A top 2024 NFL Draft pick has suffered a serious injury, with the Tennessee Titans’ Peter Skoronski likely to be sidelined for multiple weeks as a result of a ruptured appendix.

The talented offensive tackle recently suffered the ruptured appendix, which was captured at St. Thomas Ascension hospital, according to Turron Davenport, an ESPN NFL Nation reporter.

Davenport reports that the injury is not season-ending, and Skoronski is gradually working his way back to full health after losing some weight, with his appetite improving. Skoronski is now able to do a little bit of work in the weight room, as well.

Skoronski was the No. 11 overall pick by the Titans in the 2024 NFL Draft.

He was one of the most experienced offensive linemen in college football in 2022 while at Northwestern. Skoronski was named an AP first-team All-American for his play as a junior, showing the capability to play multiple spots on the offensive line.

Wrote NFL.com’s Lance Zeirlein in evaluating him as a prospect:

“Skoronski spent his college years manning the quarterback’s blindside at tackle, but the body type and skill set are begging for a move to guard, where he can play his best football as a pro. He’s broad across his upper and lower body, but he has short arms. Skoronski plays with a deft blend of technique, feel and power as a run blocker and is capable of thriving in any run-blocking scheme. His lack of length can be a problem against stab-and-charge bull rushers and edge speed, but a move inside would mitigate those concerns. If Skoronski can get his protection anchor sorted out, he has the run-blocking talent to become an instant starter and a top-flight guard.”

While at Northwestern Skoronski started in 33 games. A 6-foot-4, 315-pound tackle, he was a commanding presence on the end of the line for the Wildcats.