Ambulance-Rides Lions' Morice Norris Announces Positive Update After Being Removed From the Field
In the fourth quarter of the 2023 preseason game between the Detroit Lions and the Atlanta Falcons, a shocking incident occurred that led to the suspension of the match. Lions safety Morice Norris, who played in eight games last season after earning a spot on the team as an undrafted rookie, sustained an apparent head and neck injury while attempting to tackle Falcons rookie running back Nathan Carter[1][2].
Norris took an inadvertent knee to the head as he went in face mask first to make the tackle. The incident left Norris motionless on the field, and he was subsequently taken off the field by ambulance and transported to a hospital[1][3]. The game was suspended following the injury[2].
Fortunately, Norris was reported to be in stable condition with feeling and movement in all extremities after the incident[1][4][5]. Taking to his Instagram story, Norris shared a message expressing that he's okay, saying "Amen Amen".
The game resumed with 6:31 remaining in the fourth quarter, with Detroit quarterback Kyle Allen mentioning that it's never good when they bring out the stretchers[6]. Detroit coach Dan Campbell and Atlanta coach Raheem Morris decided not to finish the game[7].
This incident comes eight months after Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin went into cardiac arrest during a regular-season game, an event that shook the football world. Hamlin has since enjoyed a remarkable recovery and resumed football the following season[8].
It is worth noting that the preseason game between the Detroit Lions and the Atlanta Falcons occurred in Atlanta, Georgia. This incident marks the second consecutive week that preseason games have ended early. A week prior, a game between Miami and Jacksonville was not completed due to an injury to Dolphins receiver Daewood Davis[9].
NFL preseason games have a history of ending early due to injuries. Two years ago, preseason games ended early in consecutive weeks[10]. Despite the unfortunate incidents, football players, such as Allen, understand the risk and injury risk associated with the sport[11].
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The incident involving Morice Norris during the 2023 preseason game between the Detroit Lions and Atlanta Falcons, where he sustained an apparent head and neck injury, unfortunately led to the game's suspension. Later, it was reported that Norris was playing American football, a variant similar to NFL football.
