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The first year the NFHS rule was in place we had a player injured on an interception return. He was hit hard and apparently knocked out when his head hit the turf (the hit was legal). We called the medical staff out right away. This wasn't a situation where we saw a guy staggering and sent him out, but we could tell the likely injury was a concussion.
I don't think I would consider that in this case just seeing him on the ground because I can't see anything on the video that shows he obviously took a hit to the head. If I saw him get up and walk off like he did though, I would likely ask if the injury was a possible concussion. If the answer is yes then I would use our local procedure (no re-admission without clearance from a medical personnel and reporting to the state).
Does the crew NEED to be this diligent? No. Should they? I think they should.
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