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Norris in concussion protocol after preseason injury
Lions safety Morice Norris remains in concussion protocol after Friday's preseason game and is reported to be doing well.

Lions safety Morice Norris suffered an alarming injury in Friday night’s preseason game, but officials and coaches say he is doing well and is in concussion protocol.
Lions safety Morice Norris in concussion protocol after preseason injury
During Friday's preseason game Norris was carried off the field by ambulance after a collision, leading to an early finish as medical staff treated him. The Lions and Falcons coaches coordinated with the referee to ensure safety, and the game was halted before the fourth quarter finished. The team later confirmed that Norris received testing and is expected to begin concussion protocol with a brief period off the field.
On Monday, coach Dan Campbell said Norris is OK and will be held out while he goes through the NFL concussion protocol. He added that Norris is back with the team and doing well, and the plan is to reassess in 10 to 14 days. Campbell noted the decision to kneel and end the game came after discussions with Falcons coach Raheem Morris and referee Shawn Hochuli, with both sides prioritizing Norris's safety.
Key Takeaways
"Mo's back with us. He's doing well."
Campbell confirms Norris is back with the team and progressing in protocol
"It's good to have him back and he's good."
Campbell on Norris's condition after update
"We're going to take it nice and easy and make sure he's good over the next 10 to 14 days and re-assess."
Campbell outlines the plan for Norris's concussion protocol
"Raheem and I agreed that that was what we were going to do."
Campbell describes the decision to end the game early
The episode underscores how NFL teams pair urgent on-field action with postgame health checks. Concussion protocols exist to protect players, even when a game is at stake. The public response will hinge on transparency about Norris’s recovery and the pace of his return to practice. This incident also highlights collaboration between coaches and officials to prioritize safety over spectacle, a trend connected to growing awareness of head injuries in football.
As the league moves into the regular season, teams will face expectations to manage short-term rosters while safeguarding long-term health. Norris’s situation serves as a reminder that a precautionary, patient approach can sustain both a player's career and a franchise's competitive future.
Highlights
- Safety matters most in a moment like this
- Health over the clock every time
- Careful steps today build longer careers tomorrow
- The field will wait for players who need protection
Health and safety remain the baseline as the season approaches
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