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Injuries are part of every sport, especially football, where it seems like no team can escape at least one notable injury on a weekly basis. That was the case for several teams in Week 2 of the 2024 NFL season.
Several teams sustained injuries to key players in Week 2. Let’s take a look at each of the notable injuries that took place during the second weekend of play.
Running back
Tyjae Spears: The Titans running back suffered an ankle injury in the second half against the Jets. Spears was seen walking to the locker room with his shoe off and with a trainer (per ESPN).
MarShawn Lloyd: The Packers running back left with an ankle injury against the Colts, and did not return.
Tank Bigsby: The Jaguars running back left the game against the Browns with a shoulder injury.
Wide receiver
Justin Jefferson: The Vikings wide receiver left the game against the 49ers with what he called a thigh bruise/contusion, and did not return. Jefferson, who needed assistance walking off the field, said afterward he’ll be fine.Cooper Kupp: Matthew Stafford entered this matchup without Puka Nacua, and now he may have lost Kupp. He suffered an ankle injury in the first half vs. the Cardinals, and never returned. The vet was spotted after the game wearing a walking boot on his left foot/lower leg.
Tight end
Defensive end
Defensive tackle
Vita Vea: The Buccaneers defensive lineman was ruled out against the Lions with a knee injury. It appeared as if Yaya Diaby fell onto his knee on this play here. NFL Media reports that he has received an initial diagnosis of an MCL sprain. An MRI is scheduled for Monday. DeForest Buckner: The Colts defensive lineman was carted off with an apparent leg/ankle injury against the Packers….
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Author : Jeff Kerr
Publish date : 2024-09-15 23:12:13
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