Joint Statement on Josh Allen’s Concussion Evaluation
The National Football League (NFL) and National Football League Players Association (NFLPA) have completed a thorough review of the concussion evaluation of Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen during the game against the Houston Texans.
The review, which included video footage and reports from the unaffiliated neurotrauma consultants and booth spotters, concluded that the concussion protocol was properly followed.
Specifically:
– The sideline concussion protocol was initiated when Allen exhibited gross motor instability, a clear indicator for concussion evaluation.
– The unaffiliated neurotrauma consultant and team physician conducted a thorough examination.
– Allen did not exhibit any signs or symptoms of a concussion, including loss of consciousness.
– The independent review confirmed that the protocol was correctly administered.
The NFL and NFLPA take player safety seriously and continuously evaluate protocols.
We will continue to prioritize player health and safety, refining our procedures as necessary.
The joint review reaffirms our commitment to protecting players.
The NFL and NFLPA have issued a joint statement regarding Josh Allen’s concussion evaluation during the Bills vs. Texans game. Essentially, they’re saying that the proper concussion protocols were followed, and Allen didn’t lose consciousness after hitting his head on the ground ¹ ² ³.
However, there’s been some controversy surrounding the incident, with experts like neuroscientist Chris Nowinski questioning whether Allen was truly okay to return to the game ¹. Nowinski pointed out that Allen’s arm went limp after the hit, which could indicate a loss of consciousness.
Despite these concerns, the NFL and NFLPA’s review of the incident, including video footage and reports from unaffiliated neurotrauma consultants and booth spotters, concluded that the protocol was followed correctly ¹ ². The statement emphasized that the concussion protocol is jointly developed and administered by the NFL and NFLPA.
*Key Takeaways:*
– _Concussion Protocol_: The NFL and NFLPA claim that the proper protocols were followed ¹ ² ³.
– _Loss of Consciousness_: There’s debate over whether Allen lost consciousness after the hit ¹.
– _Expert Concerns_: Experts like Chris Nowinski have raised concerns about Allen’s safety ¹.
– _Joint Statement_: The NFL and NFLPA’s statement defends the concussion evaluation process
