New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith exited Sunday’s game against the Buffalo Bills following a significant hit during the first half.
The incident occurred on the final play before halftime, leaving Smith on the field for several moments, as reported by Yahoo Sports.
According to the same source, the veteran signal-caller was struck both high and low after attempting a pass.
Video footage shared on social media confirmed that Smith remained down on the turf for a duration of time following the contact, according to Arye Pulli.
Although Smith was eventually able to rise to his feet, he walked directly to the sideline medical tent for an initial assessment.
The team subsequently confirmed that the quarterback was undergoing evaluation for a possible concussion, per Yahoo Sports.
In his absence, backup rookie Cade Klubnik took over the offensive responsibilities for the start of the second half.
The transition to the backup quarterback was necessitated by the team’s medical protocols regarding head injuries, as the outlets reported.
The organization has indicated that further updates regarding Smith’s status will be provided as more information becomes available.
The game against the Buffalo Bills continues with Klubnik leading the Jets’ offense under center.
No further details have been released regarding the severity of the injury or the expected duration of the medical evaluation process at this time.
Fans and analysts are awaiting official word on whether Smith will be cleared to return to play in future contests.
The team remains focused on the remainder of the matchup while monitoring the health of their starting quarterback.