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Video: Hit on Austin Collie
By Kyle Scott
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Austin Collie gets knocked out. The Eagles were given a penalty on the play, which eventually led to a Colts touchdown.
Jim Nantz relayed to viewers that Collie was sitting up and alert at halftime- a great sign.
Here's why it was a bad call and the league mandate is getting out of control: Watch the full speed replay around the :35 second mark. There is no way Kurt Coleman could have slowed himself down to avoid hitting Collie. Hits like this are, and always will be, part of the game. The ensuing penalty cost the Eagles.
My biggest problem with the play? The reaction of Asante Samuel upon seeing the replay. His yelling and carrying on almost led him right into the trainers tending to Collie. In a situation where the guy could've had a broken neck, Samuel has to show just a little bit of restraint.
More soon. Video of the hit after the jump.
Kyle Scott is the founder and editor of CrossingBroad.com. He has written for CBS Philly and Philly Voice, and been a panelist or contributor on NBC Sports Philly, FOX 29 and SNY TV, as well as a recurring guest on 97.5 The Fanatic, 94 WIP, 106.7 The Fan and other stations. He has more than 10 years experience running digital media properties and in online advertising and marketing.