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Vanderbilt’s Frankie Collins Tears Meniscus, Undergoes Surgery, Is Out Indefinitely

The fifth-year reserve’s meniscus tear removes a defensive playmaker from No. 11 Vanderbilt’s backcourt rotation.

Overview

  • On3’s Joe Tipton reported that Collins sustained a torn meniscus and has already had successful surgery, leaving his return timetable unclear.
  • The guard has appeared in nine games this season, averaging 7.8 points, 4.2 rebounds and 4.6 assists with 2.4 steals in 20.9 minutes.
  • He did not travel for Vanderbilt’s most recent game at Wake Forest, as the undefeated Commodores moved to 12–0 and held their No. 11 ranking.
  • Coaches will look to redistribute minutes across the backcourt, with Duke Miles, Tyler Tanner and others expected to shoulder more ball-handling and defensive duties.
  • If he misses the remainder of the season, Collins could petition for another year of eligibility, according to reporting from outlets citing NCAA rules.