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Rookie Quinshon Judkins Injured, Browns Hope for Quick Recovery

11/24/2025

Summary

Story summary

Quinshon Judkins, the Cleveland Browns rookie running back, left Week 12 against the Las Vegas Raiders with a potential concussion.
He scored two touchdowns earlier and was injured when his head hit the ground on a run.
Officials and a neurotrauma consultant pulled him for evaluation.
The Browns are hopeful for Judkins' quick recovery after he returned to the game multiple times.
Backup Dylan Sampson entered.

History

Historical Context

The NFL's concussion protocols evolved significantly after 2011, prompted by lawsuits from former players and rising awareness of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). The league mandated immediate evaluations by independent neurotrauma consultants, aiming to enhance player safety. Quinshon Judkins' recent injury against the Las Vegas Raiders underscores ongoing concerns about the effectiveness of these measures and the broader implications for player welfare in contact sports.

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Story summary

Quinshon Judkins, the Cleveland Browns rookie running back, left Week 12 against the Las Vegas Raiders with a potential concussion.
He scored two touchdowns earlier and was injured when his head hit the ground on a run.
Officials and a neurotrauma consultant pulled him for evaluation.
The Browns are hopeful for Judkins' quick recovery after he returned to the game multiple times.
Backup Dylan Sampson entered.

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