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Watson noted that having to leave the stadium via ambulance after suffering a chest injury was difficult during a postgame interview with Amazon Prime Video sideline reporter Kaylee Hartung. 'It was tough. Honestly, I never wanted to go,' Watson said. 'I was hoping that they would let me off.' Watson told reporters after the game he had a broken rib. His test results allowed Watson not only to return to Lambeau Field, but also to take the field in the second half.
STACKED’s take
Watson cleared after broken rib and hospital visit; expects to play Week 9 vs. Patriots.
Watson suffered a chest injury and broken rib during Week 8 Thursday Night Football win over Carolina Panthers after catching a 53-yard deep pass from Jordan Love in the second quarter. He was transported via ambulance for precautionary testing and hospital evaluation, where tests revealed no internal bleeding or other concerning findings. Despite initial concerns about his availability, Watson was cleared by doctors and returned to the field in the second half, logging two receptions. Watson expressed confidence in his recovery during the Packers' mini-bye, stating he would be ready to play against New England in Week 9 with protective padding on his ribs.
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