I broke one of the bones in my hand a few years back. It did not require surgery and was reset. It healed up pretty quickly because it was a "clean break." The doctor said a fracture may have taken longer to heal.
Maybe Dr. Fun can add some insight.. Paging Dr. Fun, Paging Dr. Fun.
It still seems unlikely he will play in the NO Bowl. This may be Coach speak on Hud's part.