Several injuries overshadowed the NFL preseason on Saturday. The game of the New England Patriots at the Green Bay Packers was even canceled.
The reason for this was the serious injury of Patriots pass defender Isaiah Bolden. The cornerback remained motionless after a violent collision with his teammate Calvin Munson and had to be stabilized as a result.
The rookie had “feeling in all extremities” but was staying in the hospital for observation, the Patriots later said in an initial all-clear. “We’re all praying for him,” said head coach Bill Belichick, saying the break in the fourth quarter was the right decision. At this point, his team was leading 21:17.
The Patriots players later said they were reminded of Damar Hamlin’s serious injury. The Buffalo Bills player had to be resuscitated on the field after suffering cardiac arrest. “Our primary concern is the welfare of Isaiah. Our whole team is praying for him,” said Patriots captain Matthew Slater.
The New York Jets vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers game also had anxious moments for players, fans and officials.
Bucs quarterback John Wolford fell face first on a sack and suffered a neck injury, forcing him to be carted off the field. He was then taken to the hospital too. The 27-year-old showed a thumbs up and should also be able to move his arms and legs.
“He found the movement in his arm again,” said coach Todd Bowles after the game and added: “It seems fine.” The fact that the Bucs won the game 13:6 was a minor matter.
With Sport Information Service (SID)
2023-08-20 08:49:08
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