Steelers' T.J. Watt Cleared to Play After Concussion Protocol
TL;DR
Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt defended the team's handling of his concussion evaluation after taking a knee to the head from Ezekiel Elliott. Watt was cleared to return to the game but later experienced symptoms and was placed in the league's concussion protocol. The NFL and NFL Players Association reviewed the situation, but Watt believes everything was done correctly. He declined to comment on the visor change that raised questions about light sensitivity after a head injury, stating his focus is on the upcoming game against the Colts.
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