During Sunday's game between the Miami Dolphins and the Houston Texans, wide receiver Grant DuBose was hit by a bad ball, had his jersey and pads cut off, had his facemask and helmet removed, and was carried off the field on a stretcher. A frightening scene occurred.
The Dolphins receiver, who hasn't been used much this season, ran a diagonal route and quarterback Tua Tagovailoa threw a quick pass for a first down.
However, Texans safety Karen Brock fell while trying to break up the pass and did the job, but at the cost of hurting the receiver. DuBose collapsed on the grass, and Brock clearly knew something was wrong.
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Grant DuBose of the Miami Dolphins is hit by Karen Bullock of the Texans during the third quarter at NRG Stadium in Houston, Dec. 15, 2024. (Alex Slitz/Getty Images)
The game had to be suspended for 12 minutes as medical staff assessed the situation and made the decision to cut off DuBose's jersey and pads before placing him on a stretcher and leaving the field. All Dolphins players and staff not accompanying DuBose knelt on one knee and prayed for their teammates in a circle.
Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel and Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans also hugged during the game.
DuBose left the game with what was officially called a head injury.
Grant DuBose of the Miami Dolphins runs with the ball during the first half against the Texans. (Cooper Neal/Getty Images)
During the season, DuBose had one catch for 13 yards and a first down on September 12 against the Buffalo Bills.
The Dolphins lost 20-12 against the Texans in a game they needed to win for playoff implications.
Grant DuBose of the Miami Dolphins was carried off the field on a stretcher. (Tim Warner/Getty Images)
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The Texans are currently 6-8 on the season with three games remaining, but if the Indianapolis Colts lose to the Denver Broncos later on Sunday, the Texans could clinch the AFC South championship.
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