Jessica Lopez
Dec 29, 2023 - 11:10

Elijah Moore injury update: Latest on WR after scary fall on TNF against Browns

Elijah Moore suffers scary injury, leaving Browns without key receiver. Browns face mounting injuries as they head towards the postseason.

Elijah Moore suffered a frightening injury during the Browns' game against the Jets on Thursday Night Football. What appeared to be a routine play turned serious when the wide receiver's head hit the ground after being tackled following a catch and run just before halftime.

Cameras captured the moment when Moore remained motionless on the ground, his helmet showing signs of impact with the turf. Concerned players from both teams gathered around him as medical staff rushed to his aid. It was a tense moment as everyone waited to see if Moore would be able to get up.

Thankfully, Moore was able to walk to the blue tent for evaluation, but it was later announced that he would not be able to continue playing due to the head injury. This news comes as a blow to the Browns, who are already missing Amari Cooper. If Moore is sidelined for an extended period due to concussion protocol, it could significantly impact the team's offense.

Despite the loss of Moore, the Browns were in a commanding position against the Jets, leading 27-17 and eventually winning 34-17. Moore's former teammate Joe Flacco even scored a touchdown for the Browns, adding to the bittersweet nature of the game for the ex-Jets players.

However, the Browns' victory was overshadowed by the growing list of injuries plaguing the team. With Deshaun Watson out for the season, Joe Flacco had stepped in as quarterback, and the team had also recently acquired kicker Riley Patterson after Dustin Hopkins was injured. Patterson's performance in the game was less than ideal, missing both a field goal and an extra point. The team's punter had also been injured the previous week, leaving the Browns in a precarious position as they head towards the postseason.

The accumulation of injuries has left the Browns limping towards the playoffs, raising concerns about their ability to compete at full strength. As they navigate these challenges, the team faces an uncertain road ahead in the postseason.