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Week 13 promises plenty of drama in the NFL, with the Eagles hosting the 49ers in an NFC Championship rematch, the Chiefs visiting the Packers in prime time and … Joe Flacco (!) starting for the Browns. But Sunday also brought another wave of injuries, including a devastating one to the Houston Texans as rookie wide receiver Tank Dell suffered a fractured fibula according to NFL Media.
Here’s a roundup of key names who required medical attention in Week 13:
QB
Derek Carr (Saints) threatened to lead a comeback against the Lions after falling behind 21-0 early, but he was carted to the locker room about halfway through the fourth quarter after absorbing a hard hit. Carr, who’s battled multiple injuries in his New Orleans debut, was replaced by veteran No. 2 Jameis Winston, ruled doubtful to return with back and shoulder issues, plus a possible concussion.
Kenny Pickett (Steelers), who’s battled multiple injuries this season, took a shot to the helmet while rushing toward the end zone in the second quarter against the Cardinals. He walked off the field under his own power with a slight limp, but was replaced by veteran backup Mitchell Trubisky for the close of the drive. The Steelers ruled out Pickett before the second half.
RB
Rhamondre Stevenson (Patriots) was busy early against the Chargers but suffered a right ankle injury on the second series of the day, losing a fumble in the process. He required help to reach the locker room for further evaluation and was replaced by veteran reserves Ezekiel Elliott and Ty Montgomery. Stevenson was officially ruled out in the third quarter.
Brian Robinson Jr. (Commanders) led Washington with 53 rushing yards against the Dolphins before exiting with a hamstring injury at halftime. Antonio Gibson began the second half atop the team’s RB depth chart, trailing 31-7.
Emari Demercado (Cardinals) opened against the Steelers as Arizona’s top back behind…
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Author : Cody Benjamin
Publish date : 2023-12-03 22:06:34
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