Bills’ DJ Moore Leaves Game With Shoulder Injury
Bills’ DJ Moore Leaves Game With Shoulder Injury
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Moore was injured on a second-and-3 play from Detroit’s 6-yard line after appearing to catch Josh Allen’s end-zone pass but dropping it and landing hard on his left shoulder.
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Moore was able to walk off the field under his own power after remaining down briefly while an injury timeout was called.
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Before the injury, Moore had also taken an end-around that resulted in a 1-yard loss, in addition to not recording a reception.
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Moore immediately grabbed at his shoulder or collarbone area as trainers assisted him from the field and escorted him to the locker room.
Buffalo Bills wide receiver DJ Moore left Thursday's game against the Detroit Lions in the second quarter after landing hard on his left shoulder while diving for an end-zone catch. USA Today reported that Moore was ruled out for the remainder of the game. The injury came on a second-and-3 play from Detroit's 6-yard line, and Moore was able to walk off the field under his own power after trainers assisted him.
Moore had not recorded a reception before the injury, though he had emerged as a key part of Buffalo's offense after posting five catches for 100 yards and a touchdown in the season opener. CBS Sports confirmed the shoulder injury will sideline Moore for the rest of the night. The Bills led 27-7 late in the first half when the injury occurred.
How the Injury Happened on the Field
Moore was attempting a diving catch on an incomplete pass from quarterback Josh Allen in the end zone when he landed hard on his shoulder. NY Post reported that Moore immediately grabbed at his shoulder and collarbone area after hitting the ground. He remained down briefly while an injury timeout was called before getting up and walking to the locker room with trainers escorting him.
Before the injury, Moore had also taken an end-around play that resulted in a 1-yard loss. IJR noted that Moore was taken to the locker room for X-rays after the hit. The team listed the injury as a shoulder injury with a possible stinger.
What's Next for Bills' Receiving Corps
With Moore sidelined, the Buffalo Bills will need to lean on other receivers to fill the void. SSB Crack reported that Khalil Shakir, Keon Coleman, and Joshua Palmer are expected to take on larger roles at wide receiver. Moore's absence comes at a critical time after he showed promise in Week 1 with five catches and a touchdown.
The Bills' offense will need to adjust quickly without one of their key targets. Buffalo remained in control of the game against Detroit, with a 27-7 lead late in the first half. The team scored a touchdown on the play immediately after Moore's injury, showing the offense could continue moving the ball down the field.
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