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Packers QB Jordan Love Walked Off Field After In-Game Injury Against Philadelphia Eagles
Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love left Friday night’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles due to an injury sustained in the final seconds. After being tackled by two Eagles defenders, Love was seen writhing in pain on the field. He was helped off the field with just six seconds remaining in the game.
While the exact nature of the injury is still being assessed, it is believed to be a knee injury rather than an ankle issue. Packers coach Matt LaFleur remained uncertain about Love’s status after the game, and the team will likely conduct an MRI to determine the extent of any potential damage.
Love’s teammates expressed concern and hope for his recovery. Defensive tackle Kenny Clark noted Love’s importance to the team and expressed optimism for his return. After the game, Love appeared to be walking comfortably and did not exhibit any significant discomfort.
The Packers will have to wait until they return home to conduct further tests on Love’s knee due to the lengthy travel time. Despite the injury, Love made a remarkable play before leaving the game, avoiding a sack and flipping the ball left-handed to running back Josh Jacobs.
The Packers had a chance to tie the game in the final seconds after a successful kickoff return and a long pass completion. However, Love’s injury prevented him from finishing the drive.
The Atlanta Falcons have issued a formal statement regarding a prank call made to NFL draft prospect Shedeur Sanders, confirming that the call was carried out by Jax Ulbrich, the 21-year-old son of Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich.
According to the Falcons, Jax “unintentionally” obtained Sanders’ draft contact number after coming across it on an “open iPad” while visiting his parents’ home.
The team emphasized that Jeff Ulbrich was unaware of his son’s actions and had no involvement in the incident.
“Jax Ulbrich saw the contact number on an open device without any malicious intent and later used the number to make a prank call,” the team said in a statement, referencing a report by NBC Sports.
The Falcons stated clearly that they “do not condone this behavior” and extended their “sincere apologies to Shedeur Sanders and his family.”
Additionally, the team facilitated a direct apology from Jax Ulbrich to Sanders to address the matter personally.
The Falcons also confirmed that they have informed the NFL of the situation and have pledged full cooperation with any inquiries from the league office.
“We regret that this incident occurred during such an important time for Mr. Sanders and his family,” the statement concluded.
Jax Ulbrich has acknowledged his actions and expressed remorse to the Sanders family for the disruption caused during the draft weekend.