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Cleveland Browns wide receiver Elijah Moore has been released from the hospital after suffering a head injury in Thursday night’s game against the New York Jets,
Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski told reporters Moore is “doing better” and is currently in the concussion protocol.
Moore was injured after his head hit the ground following a hit by Jets linebacker CJ Mosley with just under two minutes remaining in the second quarter.
The Browns receiver stayed down after the hit before eventually walking with trainers to the locker room.
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#Browns WR Elijah Moore back on his feet as players from both teams surround the former #Jets receiver. Good to see him up after the scary fall.
Moore recorded five catches for 61 yards and a touchdown before exiting the game.
Previously impacted by head injuries, Moore’s return to the game is a testament to his resilience.
During the game, Moore showed his talent with a touchdown, proving his value to the Browns.
The hit that led to Moore’s injury came during a pivotal moment in the game for both teams.
Since his trade to the Browns, Moore has been an essential part of the team’s success this season.
Now recovering from the injury, Moore and the Browns have time to regroup before their next game against the Cincinnati Bengals.