Russell Gage Injury Update: Buccaneers HC Offers Telling Details as NFL World Still Recovers From Damar Hamlin Collapse

A few weeks back, the world saw one of the most heartbreaking scenes in sports history as Bills‘ safety Damar Hamlin collapsed on the ground due to a cardiac injury. As the world is trying to recover from that incident, fans at the Raymond James Stadium witnessed a similar sort of incident when the Bucs wide receiver Russell Gage suffered an awful neck injury during the Wild Card Round game on Monday night between the Buccaneers and the Cowboys.

Notably, the incident took place late in the fourth quarter, as Tom Brady tried to find the WR Gage through a bullet pass. However, Gage missed the ball, and the Cowboys’ safety, Donovan Wilson’s right arm hit straight into Gage’s neck. Immediately, the medical staff rushed toward him, as he looked in visible pain; he was trying hard to get back, but could not. The game had to be stopped for a considerable amount of time as players and coaching staff from both teams gathered around Gage and knelt, praying for his speedy recovery.

The Bucs’ head coach Todd Bowles talks about the horrific injury of Russell Gage

After the game, the head coach of the Buccaneers, Todd Bowles, spoke to the media and provided an update regarding Gage’s injury. He said, “They took him to the hospital, Right now, he has a concussion. They’re also testing him for potential neck injuries.“

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“His fingers were moving when he was down. I don’t know about the rest,” Bowles stated further. Later, the Bucs released a statement on social media providing further updates on the WR’s condition. 

As per the statement, Gage suffered a neck injury and a concussion and he stayed in a local medical facility overnight. “Russell has had movement in all extremities and will continue to undergo additional testing today. We will provide additional information as it becomes available,” the statement further said.

Bills’ safety Damar Hamlin is on the road to recovery

On the other hand, Hamlin was discharged last week from the Buffalo General Medical Center, and he is currently spending time with his family. It has been a remarkable recovery for Hamlin, as he recently visited the Bills’ training facility to meet with his teammates; he also looked really happy in some recent photos.

Later, during the Bills’ Wild Card Round game against the Dolphins, he showed his support for his team on social media. After the win, he took to Twitter and celebrated the Bills’ victory as well. Although Hamlin won’t be able to play any part for the Bills in the playoffs, his support will definitely help the team. As for his return to the field, it is still unknown, as he will likely take a long time to get back on the field.

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