NFL Week 3 Injury Roundup: DeVonta Smith Suffers Concussion, Herbert Injured
Week 3 of the NFL season has brought some dramatic developments on the field, not only in terms of play but also with significant injuries that could shift the momentum for several teams. One of the most notable events occurred when Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith was ruled out due to a concussion. In a hard-hitting game, Smith took a brutal hit in the second half, which resulted in his helmet being knocked off. After being evaluated, it was determined that he had suffered a concussion, sidelining him for the rest of the game. With the Eagles already dealing with injuries to key players like A.J. Brown and Britain Covey, the loss of Smith further compounds their offensive challenges.
Meanwhile, the Chargers also faced a tough blow as their star quarterback, Justin Herbert, exited the game with an ankle injury. Herbert had been listed as questionable earlier in the week due to the same injury, and unfortunately, he seemed to aggravate it during the third quarter. He was replaced by Taylor Heinicke, who stepped in to manage the rest of the game. Herbert’s health will be crucial for the Chargers moving forward, especially as they navigate a competitive AFC West.
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The injury bug didn’t stop there. The Eagles’ offensive line took a major hit when Lane Johnson, their right tackle, was ruled out after suffering a concussion. Johnson was seen visibly ill on the sidelines before leaving the game. In addition, offensive lineman Mekhi Becton sustained a finger injury, leaving his return uncertain. The Saints also lost their center, Erik McCoy, to a groin injury, further impacting their offensive front.
Other significant injuries included Steelers' defensive end Joey Bosa, who exited with a hip issue after just one snap, and multiple Browns offensive linemen, including Jedrick Wills Jr. and Wyatt Teller, both dealing with knee injuries. The Browns' offensive line, in particular, will need to regroup quickly, as they were hit hard in Week 3 with these setbacks.
This week’s action is a stark reminder of how quickly fortunes can change in the NFL. Teams across the league are now left to make adjustments and deal with the fallout of these injuries. For teams like the Eagles and Chargers, the recovery of key players like DeVonta Smith and Justin Herbert will be crucial to their playoff hopes.
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