Late in the third quarter of the Broncos’ loss to Cincinnati, quarterback Teddy Bridgewater was carted off the field when he appeared to lose consciousness following a hard impact with the ground on a diving play. Bengals defensive tackle B.J. Hill applied a hit from behind mid-dive in an attempt to tackle the quarterback. The hit didn’t appear to be dirty or malicious in any way, but some combination of the dive, the hit, and the landing made for a scary scene in the Mile High Stadium.
Medical staff brought out a stretcher to stabilize Bridgewater and removed his facemask from his helmet. Bridgewater left strapped down on the cart and was taken to a hospital. The Denver Broncos have announced that these were all precautionary measures and that Bridgewater will stay overnight for further evaluation, but that everything has checked out well so far.
Bridgewater suffered a concussion earlier this year in a Week 4 loss to the Ravens, so taking every precaution to ensure his safety only makes sense. In the meantime, Bridgewater was immediately replaced by former starter Drew Lock and they have second-year quarterback Brett Rypien on the roster, as well.
The Broncos are surely hoping for a quick recovery from Bridgewater as they still find themselves firmly in the running for a wildcard spot in a wild AFC.
As a Broncos fan, it would be best for Teddy to sit out the rest of the season. I’m not a fan of Locks. But Teddy’s health is what most important. I’d rather the Broncos start Rypien the last three games. To see what he can do.
Essentially eliminated from the playoffs today anyway with the schedule you have left. No harm in starting Rypien at this point. You already know Lock is a bust.
I love Teddy but he’s been through so much I hope he retires for his health
Two concussions within a couple of months is awful. Football can be a vicious game.
Guys had a rough go, also needed you to take done the bungles today..
Teddy b and scary injuries name a more iconic duo
This dude is gonna have CTE later in life with how many serious head injuries he’s had
Probably best for Teddy to retire
Nah he’s a fighter