New Orleans Saints Wide Receiver Chris Olave Suffers Concussion, Taken to Hospital
Injures Occur in First Quarter of Game Against Carolina Panthers
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave was taken to Carolinas Medical Center after suffering a concussion in the first quarter of Sunday’s game against the Carolina Panthers. The injury occurred as a result of a hit from safety Xavier Woods and cornerback Dane Jackson.
Incident Unfolds on the Field
Olave was coming across the middle on a pass route when he was sandwiched by Woods and Jackson. Woods appeared to lead with his shoulder, but collided with Olave’s head as he was attempting to catch the ball on the run.
Penalized for Unnecessary Roughness
Immediately, four flags came flying and Woods was penalized for unnecessary roughness. Olave remained on the field for several minutes, being attended to by trainers, before being placed on a backboard and carted off the field.
Moving Arms as He’s Carted to the Locker Room
He was moving his arms as he was carted to the locker room, indicating that he was conscious and able to respond.
Woods Not Ejected from the Game
Woods was not ejected from the game, despite the severity of the hit.
Previous Incident with Xavier Woods
This is not the first time Woods has been involved in a controversy. He was fined $11,255 for a late hit on Cincinnati Bengals tight end Mike Gesicki on September 29 during the third quarter of the Bengals’ win.
Conclusion
The injury to Chris Olave is a concerning one, and fans of the New Orleans Saints will be hoping for a speedy recovery. The team will have to regroup and adjust their strategy without one of their key players.
FAQs
* What happened to Chris Olave?
Chris Olave suffered a concussion after being hit by safety Xavier Woods and cornerback Dane Jackson in the first quarter of the game.
* Was Xavier Woods penalized for the hit?
Yes, Woods was penalized for unnecessary roughness.
* Was Chris Olave taken to the hospital?
Yes, Olave was taken to Carolinas Medical Center for further evaluation and treatment.
* Is Xavier Woods facing any further discipline?
Woods was fined $11,255 for a late hit on Cincinnati Bengals tight end Mike Gesicki earlier in the season.
