Overview
- Paxton Lynch’s 2026 season with the Colorado Spartans of the National Arena League ended after an LCL tear in his third game.
- He was hurt on the road before a planned Denver home debut, and backup Javin Kilgo took over as Colorado fell to 2–3.
- Early coverage mentioned an ACL tear, but most outlets now cite an LCL injury reported through The Denver Post.
- Lynch, a 2016 first‑round pick who earned about $600 per game in the NAL, said he was upset yet grateful to feel like himself on the field again.
- Reports say surgery is expected in mid‑April, and with rehab likely lengthy, Lynch said he is unsure about returning to play in 2027.