If you read what I wrote, I said, "And don't reference his rookie year, as he was suspended following that for substance abuse- which can be anything "
Steroids increase the "brittleness" of soft tissues such as cartilage, tendons, and ligaments. The meniscus qualifies. Especially since it wasn't injured in game-action. That's telling also. No, he's not getting David Boston injuries, but you don't have to.
Your seriously pinning your hopes on a guy finally getting it together after 2 years? If he doesn't come back this year, almost 3 years? There aren't many NFL RBs who follow that recipe and have success...
In my mind, there is a greater chance Dak wins Superbowl MVP than there is Dixon coming back and doing well enough to finish the season to give him a shot at being the starter next year. Especially given the fact that he hasn't returned to practice yet due to "Issues beyond the Raven's control." Which sounds to me like another possibly suspension.
The guy is done in Baltimore. Likely done in the NFL.