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Falcons fans watched on in horror as Atlanta's rookie linebacker, Kendal Daniels, was taken off the field via cart after sustaining a frightening neck injury.
Less than an hour after the incident that forced him off the field took place, Atlanta provided a positive update on his health.
Here's the latest on Daniels' status after being wheeled off the field on Sunday afternoon.
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Falcons get positive Kendal Daniels update after neck injury
Daniels is alert and has movement in all his extremities, Atlanta announced. The Falcons rookie was carted off the field in the third quarter after sustaining a scary neck injury.
Daniels went down after colliding with Bears tight end Colston Loveland. His head appeared to collide with Loveland's knee as he attempted his tackle.
This Is The Play Where Kendal Daniels Came Flying In For A Tackle And Hit His Head. It Just Does Not Look Good. Tough To Watch. 😬 https://t.co/WArQQRwXJ5
— SM Highlights (@SMHighlights1) October 18, 2026
Medical personnel tended to him on the field, stabilizing his neck and body before loading him into a gurney.
Prayers up for Kendal Daniels 🙏 https://t.co/B6xzE2ZjU1
— FOX Sports: NFL (@NFLonFOX) October 18, 2026
He was taken to nearby Grady Memorial Hospital, according to the team. He is currently undergoing additional evaluation.
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