Redskins RB is ruled out for Sunday’s game with concussion

Last Sunday’s hit caused the Miami Dolphins to lose their running back Clinton Portis for this Sunday’s game against the Denver Broncos. The hit result a concussion and Portis needs more time to get tests and rest.

Portis was hurt in a helmet-to-helmet hit with a player wearing Falcons jersey in the first quarter of Sunday’s 31-17 loss to the Atlanta Falcons. His concussion has prevented him from practicing Thursday, and Coach Jim Zorn said they sent the running back home to get rest in accordance with doctor’s orders.

However, Portis is not the only injury concern of the Dolphins. With his absence, the team expects Ladell Betts to start Sunday’s game, but the backup is also nursing some injury and skipped Thursday’s practice. If he is able to play, this Sunday’s game will be his first start since 2006.

Redskins RB Portis left field with head injury

The Washington Redskins running back Clinton Portis did not finish Sunday’s game because he had a head injury and left the field with 3:20 remaining in the first quarter, without knowing that his team would lost to the Atlanta Falcons at 31-17.

Portis got the injury after a helmet-to-helmet hit from a safety wearing the Falcons jersey. He was helped to his feet after being checked by the medical staff on the field. Appearing shaky at first, he walked off the field with a towel over his head and did not return. The hit did not result in any penalty.

Quarterback Jason Campbell was also injured. He left the field after being hurt for being tackled from behind by Jonathan Babineaux in the fourth quarter. But he was able to return for the next possession; although not able to help the team win still.