Seahawks Safety Jamal Adams Suffers Concussion in First Game Back After a Year
Seattle Seahawks safety Jamal Adams made his much-anticipated return to the field after more than a year of absence but was forced to leave the game early due to a concussion. Adams’ comeback was cut short during the “Monday Night Football” clash against the New York Giants.
The incident occurred on the ninth play of the game when Giants quarterback Daniel Jones’ knee collided with Adams’ helmet in front of the Seahawks’ sideline. The impact resulted in a concussion for the veteran safety, who had to be assisted off the field and subsequently walked to the locker room. He was later ruled out for the remainder of the game.
ESPN’s sideline reporter, Lisa Salters, mentioned that Adams was displeased with the decision made by the unaffiliated neurotrauma consultant, expressing his frustration at being removed from the game.
Adams had endured a challenging period of recovery, missing the entirety of the 2022 season due to a significant quadriceps injury suffered in Week 1. The previous year, he had also undergone season-ending shoulder surgery. Reflecting on his journey, Adams revealed that he had contemplated retirement at one point during his rehabilitation, highlighting the transformative impact of his injuries not only on his football career but also on his perspective on life.
The Seattle Seahawks acquired Jamal Adams in 2021, granting him a contract extension worth four years and $70 million after he had made first-team All-Pro in 2019. Adams’ return to the field was keenly anticipated by fans and the team alike, making his early exit due to concussion all the more disappointing.
On the Giants’ side, the team faced injury setbacks with rookie center John-Michael Schmitz and tight end Daniel Bellinger both leaving the game due to shoulder and knee injuries, respectively. Both players were ruled out for the remainder of the match. Additionally, Seahawks guard Phil Haynes was sidelined for the rest of the game due to a calf injury.