1.   A slight tear could mean Mourning just misses a week or two.

2.   If his rehab goes accordingly, Mourning may not miss a game because of the surgery.

3.   Mourning missed about a month last season with a torn tendon in his foot.

4.   Mourning missed two late regular-season games and returned wearing a clear, plastic mask that hindered his vision.

5.   Mourning missed his third consecutive start with an eye injury.