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Houston Texans coach Bill O'Brien said Monday that he wouldn't have allowed quarterback Tom Savage to re-enter Sunday's game against the San Francisco 49ers if he had seen video of a hit Savage absorbed, and the quarterback's reaction afterward.
O'Brien said in a press conference that he does not have access to video on the sideline, and he could not see Savage, who was hit in the end zone, from his vantage point near the 50-yard line. But if he had seen the clip that circulated on social media, O'Brien said, "I would have never let that player back in the game."
Savage left Sunday's game after being hit by Elvis Dumervil on an incompletion on third down. Video of the hit showed Savage lying on the ground for several seconds afterward as his arms trembled, and he appeared to exhibit what is known as a "fencing response," which has been cited as a visual sign of a concussion.
Savage was cleared to return for the following drive, which resulted in a three-and-out, before being ruled out because of a concussion.
O'Brien said Savage was evaluated again after the following drive, not cleared and subsequently taken to the locker room.
"They said, 'We're going to check him again,'" O'Brien told reporters Monday. "I also said to (head athletic trainer Geoff Kaplan) at that point, our trainer, I said, 'Look, I think we need to check him again.' This was all going on at the same time. It wasn't anything particular that I saw on the field. I just said, 'Look, that was a quick check. It was a three-and-out on that series. Let's continue to check him to make sure that the player, Tom Savage, is OK.'"
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The coach did not offer an update on Savage and said he expects backup T.J. Yates to start Sunday against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
"At no point in time is there anything more important to me than the safety of our players," O'Brien said. "I love our players. I care about them. And I cannot stand when players get injured. Again, with benefit of seeing the video that people are seeing, I would've never put him back in the game."
Savage, who is not permitted to speak to the media while in the league's concussion protocol, instead took to Twitter to support O'Brien.
"I appreciate everyone’s thoughts and prayers, I’m doing fine," Savage wrote. "Even though I cannot speak to media due to the protocol I will say this, nobody cares more about his players than OB (O'Brien)."
I appreciate everyone’s thoughts and prayers, I’m doing fine. Even though I cannot speak to media due to the protocol I will say this, nobody cares more about his players than OB. https://t.co/kdEg2n7ih5
— Tom Savage (@TomSavage03) December 11, 2017
The NFL and NFL Players Association are jointly investigating whether the Texans appropriately followed the league's concussion protocol during the game. NFLPA spokesperson George Atallah announced on Twitter that the association is "initiating a full review" of the situation, and NFL spokesperson Joe Lockhart later confirmed on a conference call that it is a joint investigation.
Contact Tom Schad at tschad@usatoday.com or on Twitter @Tom_Schad.
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Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Chris Moore (10) returns a kick-off against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the second quarter at Heinz Field.
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Baltimore Ravens running back Alex Collins (34) runs on an eight yard touchdown against Pittsburgh Steelers free safety Mike Mitchell (23) during the second quarter at Heinz Field.
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Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Cameron Heyward (97) runs onto the field with a jersey of linebacker Ryan Shazier (not pictured) before playing the Baltimore Ravens at Heinz Field.
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Seattle Seahawks outside linebacker Terence Garvin (52) cannot stop Jacksonville Jaguars running back Leonard Fournette (27) from scoring a touchdown during the second half at EverBank Field.
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Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Quinton Jefferson tries to climb up in the stands after Jacksonville Jaguars fans threw objects at him.
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Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback A.J. Bouye (21) intercepts a pass intended for Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Doug Baldwin (89) as Jaguars free safety Tashaun Gipson (39) assists during the second half at EverBank Field.
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Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham (55) runs into the end zone as time expires in the Eagles' 43-35 win over the Los Angeles Rams at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.
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Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Alshon Jeffery (17) celebrates scoring on a two yard pass from Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz in the third quarter against the Los Angeles Rams at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.
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Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Doug Baldwin (89) is unable to make a catch as Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Jalen Ramsey (20) defends the play during the first half at EverBank Field.
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Denver Broncos outside linebacker Von Miller (58) and mascot Miles following the win over the New York Jets at Sports Authority Field at Mile High.
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Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald makes a catch against the Tennessee Titans in the second half at the University of Phoenix Stadium.
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Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry (22) runs the ball as Arizona Cardinals linebacker Karlos Dansby (56) and safety Budda Baker (36) defend during the first half at University of Phoenix Stadium.
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Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley dives toward the end zone during a long first quarter run but is pushed out of bounds two yards short of the end zone against the Philadelphia Eagles at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.
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Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley and quarterback Jared Goff celebrate Gurley's touchdown in the first quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.
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Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Trevor Williams breaks up a pass to Washington Redskins tight end Vernon Davis that is intercepted by Chargers outside linebacker Kyle Emanuel in the first half of a NFL football game at StubHub Center.
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Los Angeles Chargers tight end Hunter Henry catches a touchdown pass as Washington Redskins strong safety Deshazor Everett defends during the first quarter at StubHub Center.
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San Francisco 49ers running back Carlos Hyde runs with the ball for a touchdown during the second quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium.
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Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart scores the winning touchdown in the fourth quarter at Bank of America Stadium.
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Dallas Cowboys running back Rod Smith celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown against the New York Giants in the fourth quarter during a NFL football game at MetLife Stadium.
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Dallas Cowboys running back Rod Smith celebrates a fourth quarter touchdown against the New York Giants during a NFL football game at MetLife Stadium.
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Robert McClain celebrates as he intercepts the ball over against the Detroit Lions during the first half at Raymond James Stadium.
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Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten catches a touchdown pass ahead of New York Giants defensive back Brandon Dixon in the fourth quarter during a NFL football game at MetLife Stadium.
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas makes a catch for a touchdown as New York Jets cornerback Morris Claiborne defends in the first quarter at Sports Authority Field at Mile High.
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Denver Broncos offensive guard Connor McGovern celebrates the touchdown of wide receiver Demaryius Thomas in the first quarter against the New York Jets at Sports Authority Field at Mile High.
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Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly pushes Minnesota Vikings quarterback Case Keenum out of bounds in the fourth quarter at Bank of America Stadium.
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San Francisco 49ers running back Carlos Hyde celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium.
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Houston Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins makes a reception for a touchdown as San Francisco 49ers cornerback Dontae Johnson defends during the third quarter at NRG Stadium.
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San Francisco 49ers tight end Garrett Celek celebrates with wide receiver Marquise Goodwin after scoring a touchdown during the third quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium.
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Detroit Lions linebacker Jarrad Davis pressures Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston and forces him to fumble toe ball during the second half at Raymond James Stadium.
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San Francisco 49ers running back Carlos Hyde attempts to make a reception during the second quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium.
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Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford throws the ball against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second half at Raymond James Stadium.
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Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt is tackled by Oakland Raiders safety Karl Joseph in the second half at Arrowhead Stadium.
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Chicago Bears free safety Eddie Jackson intercepts a pass intended for Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver A.J. Green in the second half at Paul Brown Stadium.
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Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams runs the ball past Cleveland Browns cornerback Jason McCourty into the end zone for the game-winning touchdown during overtime at FirstEnergy Stadium.
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Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams scores a touchdown as Cleveland Browns cornerback Jason McCourty pushes him out of the end zone during the fourth quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium.
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Green Bay Packers quarterback Brett Hundley leaps away from a hit by Cleveland Browns outside linebacker James Burgess during the fourth quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium.
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Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Steven Terrell is congratulated by Daniel Sorensen and linebacker Derrick Johnson after intercepting a pass against the Oakland Raiders in the second half at Arrowhead Stadium.
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Chicago Bears quarterback Mitchell Trubisky runs in for a touchdown against the Cincinnati Bengals during the second half at Paul Brown Stadium.
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Green Bay Packers strong safety Josh Jones leaps for an interception with inside linebacker Blake Martinez in overtime against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium.
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Indianapolis Colts kicker Adam Vinatieri reacts after missing a field goal during the second half against the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field. Buffalo defeated Indianapolis 13-7 in overtime.
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Chicago Bears tight end Adam Shaheen is unable to catch a pass as Cincinnati Bengals middle linebacker Kevin Minter is called for pass interference in the second half at Paul Brown Stadium.
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Chicago Bears tight end Adam Shaheen catches a pass for a touchdown against Cincinnati Bengals middle linebacker Kevin Minter in the second half at Paul Brown Stadium.
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Washington Redskins tight end Vernon Davis can't get to a pass against Los Angeles Chargers strong safety Jahleel Addae on a fourth down play in the first half of a NFL football game at StubHub Center.
Richard Mackson, USA TODAY Sports
Buffalo Bills running back LeSean McCoy runs with the ball for the game winning touchdown against the Indianapolis Colts in overtime at New Era Field.
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Buffalo Bills defensive back Shamarko Thomas celebrates in the snow following his teams overtime win against the Indianapolis Colts at New Era Field.
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Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Cole Beasley runs away from New York Giants strong safety Landon Collins in the second half during a NFL football game at MetLife Stadium.
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Tennessee Titans linebacker Erik Walden flips his hair back prior to the game against the Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium.
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Denver Broncos running back Jamaal Charles warms up before the game against the New York Jets at Sports Authority Field at Mile High.
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Detroit Lions wide receiver Golden Tate pumps his fist as he scored a touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first half at Raymond James Stadium.
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Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver A.J. Green is unable to make a catch against Chicago Bears cornerback Kyle Fuller in the first half at Paul Brown Stadium.
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General view of bomb-sniffing K9 outside of Sports Authority Field at Mile High before the game between the New York Jets against the Denver Broncos.
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Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton looks to pass against the Chicago Bears in the first half at Paul Brown Stadium.
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Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant cannot catch a pass against New York Giants defensive back Brandon Dixon in the first half during a NFL football game at MetLife Stadium.
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Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr throws a pass as he is hit by Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Chris Jones in the first half at Arrowhead Stadium.
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Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill celebrates after a play against the Oakland Raiders in the first half at Arrowhead Stadium.
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Minnesota Vikings running back Mack Brown is hit by Carolina Panthers linebacker Andrew Gachkar on a kickoff in the first quarter at Bank of America Stadium.
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Minnesota Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph stiff arms Carolina Panthers free safety Kurt Coleman while running with the football in the second quarter at Bank of America Stadium.
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Peyton Barber runs the ball in the first half against the Detroit Lions at Raymond James Stadium.
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Cincinnati Bengals running back Giovani Bernard is brought down by Chicago Bears inside linebacker Danny Trevathan during the first half at Paul Brown Stadium.
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Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver A.J. Green breaks up a Hail Mary pass intended for Chicago Bears wide receiver Josh Bellamy in the first half at Paul Brown Stadium.
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Chicago Bears defensive end Roy Robertson-Harris sacks Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton in the first half at Paul Brown Stadium.
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Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen can't make the catch in the end zone as Carolina Panthers cornerback Kevon Seymour defends in the second quarter at Bank of America Stadium.
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Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Laquon Treadwell catches the ball as Carolina Panthers cornerback James Bradberry defends in the second quarter at Bank of America Stadium.
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Carolina Panthers wide receiver Devin Funchess celebrates a touchdown with quarterback Cam Newton in the third quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at Bank of America Stadium.
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Dallas Cowboys tight end James Hanna catches a pass against the New York Giants in the first half during a NFL football game at MetLife Stadium.
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Fans look on during the game between the Indianapolis Colts and the Buffalo Bills during the second quarter at New Era Field.
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Buffalo Bills cornerback Tre'Davious White dances on the field during a timeout in a snow storm against the Indianapolis Colts in the second quarter at New Era Field.
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Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant runs for a touchdown against New York Giants defensive back Brandon Dixon during the second quarter at MetLife Stadium.
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Chicago Bears wide receiver Josh Bellamy runs against Cincinnati Bengals cornerback William Jackson during the first half at Paul Brown Stadium.
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Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Brandon LaFell catches a pass scoring a touchdown against Chicago Bears strong safety Deon Bush during the first half at Paul Brown Stadium.
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Cleveland Browns defensive back Kai Nacua defends Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams as Adams goes for the pass during the second quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium.
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Cleveland Browns running back Duke Johnson and wide receiver Josh Gordon pray after Johnson scored a touchdown during the second quarter against the Green Bay Packers at FirstEnergy Stadium.
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Houston Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins runs with the ball after a reception during the second quarter against the San Francisco 49ers at NRG Stadium.
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Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce misses a pass as Oakland Raiders middle linebacker NaVorro Bowman defends during the first half at Arrowhead Stadium.
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Oakland Raiders wide receiver Cordarrelle Patterson runs the ball and is tackled by Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Jarvis Jenkins during the first half at Arrowhead Stadium.
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Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill, wide receiver Albert Wilson and running back Kareem Hunt celebrate after Hunt's touchdown during the first half again the Oakland Raiders at Arrowhead Stadium.
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Buffalo Bills running back LeSean McCoy runs past Indianapolis Colts outside linebacker Barkevious Mingo in a snow storm during the first half at New Era Field.
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New York Giants tight end Rhett Ellison scores a touchdown against Dallas Cowboys strong safety Xavier Woods in the first half during a NFL football game at MetLife Stadium.
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Olympic gymnast Simone Biles cheers with the cheerleading team during the first quarter between the Houston Texans and the San Francisco 49ers at NRG Stadium.
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Detroit Lions defensive back defends a pass thrown to Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans in the first half at Raymond James Stadium.
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Cleveland Browns wide receiver Josh Gordon makes a touchdown reception under coverage by Green Bay Packers inside linebacker Jake Ryan and strong safety Morgan Burnett during the first quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium.
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Cleveland Browns wide receiver Josh Gordon celebrates his touchdown reception against the Green Bay Packers during the first quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium.
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New York Giants running back Wayne Gallman fumbles the ball after a hit by Dallas Cowboys safety Jeff Heath during the first quarter at MetLife Stadium.
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Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce reaches for a pass as Oakland Raiders linebacker NaVorro Bowman defends in the first half at Arrowhead Stadium.
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Cleveland Browns defensive end Nate Orchard celebrates a sack during the first quarter against the Green Bay Packers at FirstEnergy Stadium.
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Cleveland Browns defensive end Nate Orchard sacks Green Bay Packers quarterback Brett Hundley during the first quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium.
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Green Bay Packers running back Jamaal Williams catches a touchdown during the first quarter against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium.
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Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Alex Erickson makes a catch and is tackled by Chicago Bears free safety Eddie Jackson in the first half at Paul Brown Stadium.
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Carolina Panthers defensive end Mario Addison tackles Minnesota Vikings running back Jerick McKinnon in the backfield in the first quarter at Bank of America Stadium.
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Minnesota Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph catches a pass for a touchdown against Carolina Panthers strong safety Mike Adams in the first quarter at Bank of America Stadium.
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Minnesota Vikings running back Jerick McKinnon runs with the ball defended by Carolina Panthers cornerback James Bradberry in the first quarter at Bank of America Stadium.
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Indianapolis Colts running back Frank Gore runs with the ball past Buffalo Bills defensive end Jerry Hughes during the first quarter at New Era Field.
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Dec 10, 2017; Orchard Park, NY, USA; Buffalo Bills running back LeSean McCoy (25) runs with the ball against the Indianapolis Colts during the first quarter at New Era Field. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports
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Detroit Lions running back Theo Riddick runs past Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Chris Conte in the first half at Raymond James Stadium.
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Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Chris Jones celebrates after sacking Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr during the first half at Arrowhead Stadium.
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Detroit Lions tight end Eric Ebron stiff arms Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Robert McClain during the first quarter at Raymond James Stadium.
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Houston Texans inside linebacker Brian Cushing and strong safety Marcus Gilchrist tackle San Francisco 49ers running back Carlos Hyde during the first quarter at NRG Stadium.
Troy Taormina, USA TODAY Sports
A young fan waves to Houston Texans players before a game against the San Francisco 49ers at NRG Stadium.
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Houston Texans quarterback Tom Savage is tackled by San Francisco 49ers defensive back K'Waun Williams during the first quarter at NRG Stadium.
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Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart falls backwards into the end zone for a touchdown in the first quarter at Bank of America Stadium.
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Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins makes a catch during warmups before the game against the Green Bay Packers at FirstEnergy Stadium.
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Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly warms up prior to the game against the Minnesota Vikings at Bank of America Stadium.
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Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Brandon LaFell kneels on the field during warmups prior to the game against the Chicago Bears at Paul Brown Stadium.
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Buffalo Bills fans sit in the stands before watching a game against the Indianapolis Colts at New Era Field.
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The Panthers statues decorated for Christmas at Bank of America Stadium.
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Stadium personnel shovels off seats at New Era Field before a game between the Buffalo Bills and the Indianapolis Colts.
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Falcons linebacker Deion Jones intercepts a pass late in the fourth quarter against the Saints.
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Saints safety Marcus Williams intercepts a pass intended for Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones.
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Falcons linebacker Deion Jones intercepts a pass in front of Saints tight end Josh Hill.
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Saints wide receiver Tommylee Lewis dives in for a touchdown while being hit by Falcons linebacker De'Vondre Campbell.
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Falcons running back Devonta Freeman jumps into the stands with the fans to celebrate a touchdown.
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Saints head coach Sean Payton shows emotion against the Atlanta Falcons.
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Saints place kicker Wil Lutz trips Falcons cornerback Blidi Wreh-Wilson after an extra point.
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Falcons running back Tevin Coleman runs the ball against the New Orleans Saints.
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Saints wide receiver Brandon Coleman is tackled by Falcons safety Ricardo Allen.
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Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones stiff arms Saints safety Marcus Williams.
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