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Eagles Player Down: Scary Scene on Kickoff
23 Aug
Summary
- Jackson was motionless after opening kickoff tackle.
- He had strength and movement in extremities.
- Jackson signed with Eagles recently.
In a concerning moment at Gillette Stadium on Saturday, Philadelphia Eagles running back Ja'Quinden Jackson was injured on the opening kickoff against the New England Patriots. Jackson was taken off the field on a stretcher and transported via ambulance.
Moments later, the Eagles announced that Jackson had regained strength and movement in all his extremities. He was subsequently taken to a local hospital for additional evaluation.
The injury occurred during the kickoff return. Video replay suggested Jackson's head may have been struck by the knee of the return man during the tackle. Jackson exhibited a fencing response, indicating a potential head injury.
Jackson, who signed with the Eagles less than two weeks prior, had a recent collegiate career at Arkansas, where he rushed for 790 yards and 15 touchdowns in 2024.
