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Ja'Marr Chase exits Bengals-Jaguars game with suspected concussion
nfl5 days ago

Ja'Marr Chase exits Bengals-Jaguars game with suspected concussion

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase left Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in the second quarter to be evaluated for a concussion. Chase was tackled after a four-yard catch, during which Jaguars defensive back Jarrian Jones was penalized for grabbing his facemask. The Bengals confirmed Chase would not return to the field, and he must now clear the league's five-step protocol to be eligible for Week 5 against the Miami Dolphins. Before leaving, Chase recorded three catches for 26 yards.

UCLA Coach Chesney Offers Personal Support to Injured Oregon QB Moore
college-football8 days ago

UCLA Coach Chesney Offers Personal Support to Injured Oregon QB Moore

UCLA head coach Bob Chesney reached out to Oregon head coach Dan Lanning to offer personal assistance to Oregon quarterback Dante Moore following a severe concussion. The gesture occurred after Moore suffered a targeting hit from USC linebacker Desman Stephens II during a 41-27 loss to Oregon. While USC coach Lincoln Riley suspended Stephens for the next game, Chesney’s direct offer to check on Moore in Los Angeles highlighted a rare moment of cross-program support in college football.

Sirianni Apologizes for Outburst After Hurts Concussion Hit
nfl10 days ago

Sirianni Apologizes for Outburst After Hurts Concussion Hit

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni expressed regret for shouting obscenities at Chicago Bears linebacker D’Marco Jackson following a hit that forced quarterback Jalen Hurts to leave the game for a concussion evaluation. The incident occurred during the Eagles' 27-7 loss to the Bears. Sirianni acknowledged his emotional reaction was inappropriate but stated he was trying to protect his player. He admitted he needs to remain steadier in such moments and move on to the next play. The Eagles fell to 2-1 after their first loss of the season, with Hurts eventually cleared to return and score a touchdown in the final drive.

Sirianni Defends Protocol After Hurts Concussion Check Halts Eagles Drive
sports10 days ago

Sirianni Defends Protocol After Hurts Concussion Check Halts Eagles Drive

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was removed from Monday night's game against the Chicago Bears for a concussion evaluation, interrupting a promising offensive drive that ended with an interception by Andy Dalton. Head coach Nick Sirianni expressed frustration but acknowledged the necessity of the medical protocol. The Eagles lost the game 27-7, and Sirianni noted the team must adapt by running the ball effectively regardless of the quarterback on the field.

Bears QB Tyson Bagent in Concussion Protocol Ahead of Week 3
sports17 days ago

Bears QB Tyson Bagent in Concussion Protocol Ahead of Week 3

NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports Tyson Bagent is in concussion protocol, casting Week 3 against the Eagles in doubt and potentially paving the way for Case Keenum to start if he isn’t cleared. The Bears also face uncertainty around Caleb Williams’ hamstring, which could further influence the QB rotation, with Bears planning to get an extra day due to Monday Night Football to clear protocol.

Dolphins’ top edge rusher could miss Week 2 vs. 49ers
san-francisco-49ers-injuries21 days ago

Dolphins’ top edge rusher could miss Week 2 vs. 49ers

Dolphins' top pass rusher Chop Robinson is in the concussion protocol ahead of Week 2 vs. the 49ers, threatening Miami’s edge rush behind backups Rob Beal Jr., Josh Uche and Malik Herring; linebacker Ronine Harrison has a hamstring injury and hasn’t practiced, and the Dolphins’ special-teams shuffles could spark big plays for Deebo Samuel and Jacob Cowing.

Murray in concussion protocol; Vikings plan for Week 2 as Wentz waits in the wings
sports25 days ago

Murray in concussion protocol; Vikings plan for Week 2 as Wentz waits in the wings

Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray is in concussion protocol after leaving Sunday's game; coach Kevin O'Connell said Murray felt “pretty good” Monday and the team will take recovery day by day with medical staff. Carson Wentz started the game and could be in line to start Week 2 if Murray isn’t cleared in time, following a comeback win over the Packers.

Murray Leaves Vikings' Opener with Concussion as Wentz Leads Comeback over Packers
sports25 days ago

Murray Leaves Vikings' Opener with Concussion as Wentz Leads Comeback over Packers

Kyler Murray exited the Vikings' season opener with a concussion after a hit from Packers defenders, entering concussion protocol. Minnesota still toppled Green Bay 39-22 behind Carson Wentz’s three touchdown passes. Vikings left tackle Brian O’Neill said he regretted not intervening more to protect Murray, and Wentz is expected to start Week 2 vs. the Bears while Murray recovers.

Murray exits Vikings debut after helmet hit, triggers concussion protocol
sports26 days ago

Murray exits Vikings debut after helmet hit, triggers concussion protocol

Kyler Murray left the Vikings' season opener in the first quarter after a forearm to the helmet from Lukas Van Ness and a neck-area hit from Javon Bullard, prompting concussion evaluation and an eventual out-of-game designation; Carson Wentz relieved him, and Murray will undergo NFL concussion protocol with a typical return timeline of about two weeks.

Dart’s Blue Tent Stop Declared a Routine Medical Timeout
sports1 month ago

Dart’s Blue Tent Stop Declared a Routine Medical Timeout

Giants QB Jaxson Dart briefly left the field for a check in a preseason game after a hit by Vikings safety Jay Ward; NFL called the visit to the blue tent a standard medical timeout, decided by unaffiliated clinicians who monitor for safety. The decision reflects the subjective, case-by-case nature of medical timeouts and underscores protection of players, especially quarterbacks.

Jaxson Dart puzzled by frequent blue tent visits after hit
sports1 month ago

Jaxson Dart puzzled by frequent blue tent visits after hit

In the Giants’ preseason opener against the Vikings, Jaxson Dart was sent to the blue medical tent after a hard hit, returned to throw a touchdown on the next play, and afterward said he’s puzzled by how often he ends up in the tent. The NFL concussion protocol and required medical checks mean such visits are common, and Dart acknowledged the experience but hinted there’s little he can do to avoid it. The episode echoes past league scrutiny of medical evaluations but doesn’t suggest targeting—it's likely routine procedure with closer monitoring to come.