Atlanta Falcons defensive end Za’Darius Smith got pulled from their Week 4 game against the New Orleans Saints last night, Monday, Oct. 5, for an immediate evaluation. It sounds like a serious situation for Smith, as he was checked for both a neck injury and a possible concussion.
Falcons Left Waiting After Immediate Injury Scare
Anytime a player leaves the field for a head and neck evaluation, it’s a brutal sight, and you know the medical staff isn’t taking any chances. Smith was officially considered questionable to return for the remainder of that Monday night battle, showing just how immediate and pressing the concern was for his health.
Hopefully, more news comes out soon about Smith’s condition. For now, it’s a waiting game on what these evaluations ultimately mean for him after such a tough exit from the Week 4 matchup.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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