News and Notes from the Ross Report Submitted by William Martinez on Friday, August 24, 2001 at 3:45 PM EST
> After undergoing surgery, Diamond Dallas Page will be out for a few weeks while a new creative direction is given to him. He will be returning to the WWF, contrary to what some have said.
> It has been confirmed that Chris Jericho suffered a minor concussion at Summerslam. His CAT scan on Monday was negative.
> Kane's lower back is feeling better but he is not at 100%.
> Booker T's injured calf is improving as well.
> Billy Kidman is undergoing therapy three times a week for his knee injury and could be released within the next few weeks. He will then be assigned to OVW or the HWA to get his timing back.
> Triple H's rehab is going well and he is scheduled to return in either November or December.
> Rikishi's rehab is going well too and he is addressing his weight problem. He remains two months away from returning.
> Trish Stratus' ankle is improving. A reminder that she will be co-hosting WWF Excess.
> Chris Benoit will be returning in about 7 months but rehab is going well.
> Jerry Lynn is undergoing surgery today for his torn patella and will return in about 3 months.
> Brock Lesnar is getting therapy for his knee injury and will return in early September.
> Sheldon Benjamin will return in about 8 weeks.
> Flash will begin rehab next week for torn triceps.
> Eric Angle is rehabbing at home.
> Bull Buchanan's wife gave birth to an 8-pound, 12-ounce boy this week.
> Ross hinted at another "affair" angle in the near future.
> The Unforgiven card will be announced two weeks or 10 days prior to the event.
Credit: Jim Ross' Ross Report at WWF.com. To read the entire Ross Report, click HERE.
