P.J. Clyburn has foot surgery

Posted May 12, 2011
University of North Carolina linebacker P.J. Clyburn had surgery to repair the fifth metatarsal on his left foot last week. The surgery was performed by Dr. Alex Creighton at UNC Hospitals. He is expected to return to action in August. A native of Statesville, N.C., Clyburn redshirted as a true freshman last year. (Rivals.com)

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