What happened to Damien Harris?

A distressing incident occurred in the Sunday Night Football matchup between the Giants and Bills in Week 6 when Bills RB Harris suffered a neck injury during the 2nd quarter.

Damien Harris

During the game, as the Bills faced a third-&-1 situation at the 3:32 mark, Harris had his first carry, gaining one yard. But, he collided with Giants LB Okereke, who forcefully brought him down.

What happened on the ground?

The harrowing impact brought the game to a halt, leaving Harris immobile on the field and necessitating immediate assistance from the Bills' medical team.

After a few moments, Harris was placed on a stretcher. He signaled with a thumbs-up before being taken from Highmark Stadium, receiving applause from the crowd in acknowledgment.

The Bills reported that Harris had sustained a neck injury but retained mobility in his arms & legs. They also mentioned that he would be transported to the hospital for additional testing.

Harris’ neck injury

Before Week 6, Harris had recorded 22 carries, 93 yards, & 1 TD in five games. This season is his debut with the Bills, following 4 years with the Patriots.

Harris’ score

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