DeVonta Smith of the Philadelphia Eagles has been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers due to a concussion sustained last week. Right tackle Lane Johnson is listed as questionable as he also recovers from a concussion.
The NFL's return-to-participation protocol is under scrutiny, especially after high-profile cases like Tua Tagovailoa's. The league emphasizes player safety, but many former players continue to face serious cognitive issues post-career.