Eagles defensive end Derek Barnett was criticized big-time for a cheap shot he laid on Packers running back Jamaal Williams during Thursday’s game, and he could be penalized by the league as a result.
It happened in the first half of the game, when Aaron Rodgers checked the ball down to Williams, who was coming out of the backfield. He was met by a number of Eagles defenders, and appeared to be stopped, when Barnett came flying in out of nowhere, leading with his helmet.
https://twitter.com/abdulamemon/status/1177381059438268416
Dirty and late hit by #Eagles DE Derek Barnett. #Packers RB Jamaal Williams had to be taken off on a stretcher. Just unnecessary. https://t.co/6TDDYlKzXy
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) September 27, 2019
Williams was taken out of the game on a stretcher, and the team announced he had a neck injury, keeping him out for the rest of the contest.
Packers announced Jamaal Williams has feeling and movement in all extremities. He has been ruled Out for the rest of the game.
— Aaron Nagler (@AaronNagler) September 27, 2019
Barnett can expect a fine from the league for that dirty hit.
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