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Christian Elliss's Hit on Jaxson Dart Sparks Reactions and Safety Concerns

Originally Published 1 month ago — by NBC Sports

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During a game, Christian Elliss hit Jaxson Dart near the sideline in a legal play, which led to a fight after Giants tight end Theo Johnson responded with a hit on Elliss. Elliss defended his actions, stating he was just doing his job and playing hard, and emphasized that Dart should have gone out of bounds if he wanted to avoid hits.

NFL Faces Backlash for Season-Long Suspension of Steelers' Damontae Kazee

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Steelers Depot

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Stephen A. Smith and Shannon Sharpe of ESPN's First Take criticized the NFL's decision to suspend Atlanta Falcons safety Damontae Kazee for the rest of the season following a hit on Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. While acknowledging Kazee's prior history of unnecessary roughness, both commentators felt that a season-ending suspension was excessive, suggesting that a one or two-game suspension would have been more appropriate. They argued that the league's emphasis on player safety has made it increasingly difficult for defenders to make split-second decisions on the field.

Tom Brady Blames Colts QB and Defends Steelers' Kazee in NFL Suspension Controversy

Originally Published 2 years ago — by USA TODAY

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Tom Brady defends Pittsburgh Steelers safety Damontae Kazee after his hit on Indianapolis Colts receiver Michael Pittman Jr., stating that quarterbacks should not throw the ball in areas that expose their teammates to such hits and that coaches need to coach better. Kazee was suspended for the rest of the season and playoffs for the hit. Brady has previously criticized the quality of coaching and talent development in the NFL. Colts coaches and players also commented on the hit, expressing concern for player safety and frustration with the NFL's rulings on defensive plays.

"Steelers' Damontae Kazee Ejected for Brutal Hit on Colts' Michael Pittman Jr."

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Sports

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Pittsburgh Steelers safety Damontae Kazee was ejected from the game after a brutal hit on Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr., who suffered a concussion as a result. Despite arguments that Kazee was going for the ball, officials penalized and ejected him for the violent collision.