NFL Player Collapses on Camera After Suffering Concussion
Washington cornerback Christian Holmes was “alert” on the sideline following the incident—though the team ruled him out for the remainder of the game due to a reported concussion.

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A terrifying moment was caught on camera during Sunday’s NFL matchup between the Washington Commanders and the San Francisco 49ers, as Washington cornerback Christian Holmes collapsed in the endzone after suffering a concussion. He was immediately carted off the field. The Washington Post reports that he was “alert” on the sideline following the incident—though the team ruled him out for the remainder of the game due to a reported concussion. The 49ers went on to win the game 27-10.
HORRIFYING: #Commanders DB Christian Holmes collapsed on the field after the play was over.
— MLFootball (@_MLFootball) December 31, 2023
He was carted off and immediately field out with a head injury.
🙏🙏🙏
(Via WaPo)
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