NFL, NFLPA find no missteps on concussion protocol with Cam Newton
The NFL and NFLPA seldom agree, but they say they’ve come to a consensus on the Cam Newton concussion investigation.
The two sides have concluded that there were no violations of the concussion protocol from the season-opening game between the Carolina Panthers and Denver Broncos where Newton took several big hits — including shots to the helmet — but was not removed from the game.
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Panthers team doctors and the UNC (unaffiliated neurotrauma consultant) on the sideline ultimately are responsible for asking spotters for a second view of any questionable plays, and it appears that procedure was followed when they didn’t have a clear view from their vantage point on the sideline of Newton getting hit.
What prevented Newton from being removed was a delay in relaying that message. The statement reads:
“The time it took to actually receive the video following this request was prolonged due to a technology glitch. After reviewing the replay and observing Mr. Newton from the sideline, the Panthers’ medical staff and the UNC agreed that no further evaluation of Mr. Newton was necessary as they did not observe signs or symptoms of concussion.”
But overall, the parties were praised for their work in handling things. The team doctor for the Panthers and the UNC were found to have “worked closely together to provide medical care” and that their performance “should be emulated across the League.”
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