And it begins

[The Lobo]

http://www.barstoolsports.com/dixie/is-luke-kuechlys-concussion-a-coverup/?utm_campaign=SocialflowTw&utm_source=BarstoolTw&utm_medium=Socialflow

 

Here comes the conspiracy and accusations about Luke. That being said, I do find this interesting. We know the NFL hid concussion consequences and all that but picture this: what if what happened to Luke was the heart thing another  Huddler posted about? Imagine that bombshell in the media. A player literally looked death in the eye because his heart stopped on a hit to the chest. Look what they did with concussions. Do you think they wouldn't try to cover a near death moment because it would be bad PR?

Look, I'm not saying I believe this stuff, the article talks about Luke having TONS of concussions and not a heart thing, I'm just saying I could see the NFL covering this up as well. They could think "if we say it's a concussion, people will believe us because we have improved on our concussion stance". I haven't read anywhere else but here about heart speculation. 

 

Again, I don't believe this, it's just interesting to discuss. Regardless, he looked great in TDs IG post and I am thankful. I hope Luke stays healthy and does what is best for him. This is only a game/job.

 

what say ye?

[LinvilleGorge]

Why would the NFL use a concussion for the cover up given all the bad press they've taken over concussions in recent years? Everyone assumed Luke had a leg injury at first. If they were gonna cover it up they already had a great cover up right there.

[uncfan888]

That article made my head hurt.  Whoever wrote that is an idiot

[csx]

I think that the trainers, doctors, and players around him on the field would have reacted a little different. I think the severity of the event is escalating around here based on looks and not reality.

[The Lobo]

5 minutes ago, LinvilleGorge said:

Why would the NFL use a concussion for the cover up given all the bad press they've taken over concussions in recent years? Everyone assumed Luke had a leg injury at first. If they were gonna cover it up they already had a great cover up right there.

To me it would seem like it's the most fresh thing in people's minds. If they would say it's a concussion then no one would question it. I think it was a concussion because I'm like you, why lie. Plus, it's a brain injury it can make you do things like cry. Not to mention he's being watched by millions and he knows he has to leave the game. Being a competitor like he is, I'm sure it's emotional. 

Do you think it's possible they could cover something up like this?

[The Lobo]

1 minute ago, csx said:

I think that the trainers doctors send people around him on the field would have reacted a little different. I think theveryone severity of the event is escalating around here based on looks and not reality.

Very valid point. I'm sure they would have been scrambling around if it was heart related. I'm sure if Luke said "my heart is acting funny" it would have been a mad dash. Looks have a lot to do with it. It was an awkward tackled and he fell awkwardly. It reminded me of the Yeldon hit last year. That was awkward as well. I feel for the guy. 

[t96]

13 minutes ago, LinvilleGorge said:

Why would the NFL use a concussion for the cover up given all the bad press they've taken over concussions in recent years? Everyone assumed Luke had a leg injury at first. If they were gonna cover it up they already had a great cover up right there.

Nobody who watched the play should've had any reason to believe that it was a leg injury because there was no odd bending of the knees. Everything with Luke's legs on that play was completely normal movement that wouldn't result in injury. And another concussion and the "proper" response would be much better than a guy nearly dying on the field. That being said, I don't think this is a coverup or conspiracy. I think Luke got the wind knocked out of him in addition to the hit to the head resulting in the concussion. I don't think it's going to be a really bad concussion or a long time in the protocol based on my observations, I think the reaction was overblown because of the combination of wind knocked out and concussion.

[Hotsauce]

Wow that's a crazy theory. I could kind of see it. But you never know. 

Any footage of the play before?  The broadcaster said something about the previous play?

I just hope the guy is ok!

 

[csx]

3 minutes ago, thomas96 said:

Nobody who watched the play should've had any reason to believe that it was a leg injury because there was no odd bending of the knees. Everything with Luke's legs on that play was completely normal movement that wouldn't result in injury. And another concussion and the "proper" response would be much better than a guy nearly dying on the field. That being said, I don't think this is a coverup or conspiracy. I think Luke got the wind knocked out of him in addition to the hit to the head resulting in the concussion. I don't think it's going to be a really bad concussion or a long time in the protocol based on my observations, I think the reaction was overblown because of the combination of wind knocked out a concussion.

I disagree.  it did look like it could have been a leg issue other than his reaction did not seem to suggest it. at least a few players said the same.....

[The Lobo]

1 minute ago, thomas96 said:

Nobody who watched the play should've had any reason to believe that it was a leg injury because there was no odd bending of the knees. Everything with Luke's legs on that play was completely normal movement that wouldn't result in injury. And another concussion and the "proper" response would be much better than a guy nearly dying on the field. That being said, I don't think this is a coverup or conspiracy. I think Luke got the wind knocked out of him in addition to the hit to the head resulting in the concussion. I don't think it's going to be a really bad concussion or a long time in the protocol based on my observations, I think the reaction was overblown because of the combination of wind knocked out and concussion.

True, overblown is a great word. He's the best linebacker in football and everyone loves Keek. I think that makes this injury become overblown. Plus, concussions are a hot topic and any time a big name player gets concussed they will discuss. I agree with you on saying it was a concussion would be "proper" in terms of covering it up. It just sucks all around. What a horrible thing to witness, especially live. I still feel off about it. I was walking through the airport in Indy and people who aren't Panther fans were saying sorry about Luke.

[t96]

1 minute ago, csx said:

I disagree.  it did look like it could have been a leg issue other than his reaction did not seem to suggest it. at least a few players said the same.....

Yeah in full speed, non-HD, from a distance. Looking at the review with the better camera shot and in HD it's pretty clear I think.

[The Lobo]

2 minutes ago, Hotsauce said:

Wow that's a crazy theory. I could kind of see it. But you never know. 

Any footage of the play before?  The broadcaster said something about the previous play?

I just hope the guy is ok!

 

I didn't DVR the game and I have been looking else where and cannot find it. If you do find it, post here please.

[The Lobo]

3 minutes ago, csx said:

I disagree.  it did look like it could have been a leg issue other than his reaction did not seem to suggest it. at least a few players said the same.....

The people watching with me thought it was his knee as well. Like I said, such an awkward tackle and fall.

[t96]

3 minutes ago, The Lobo said:

True, overblown is a great word. He's the best linebacker in football and everyone loves Keek. I think that makes this injury become overblown. Plus, concussions are a hot topic and any time a big name player gets concussed they will discuss. I agree with you on saying it was a concussion would be "proper" in terms of covering it up. It just sucks all around. What a horrible thing to witness, especially live. I still feel off about it. I was walking through the airport in Indy and people who aren't Panther fans were saying sorry about Luke.

Well clearly his reaction on the field is why it was overblown I think, and of course because he's the best player in the league. But I think Luke's reaction was that way because of the wind knocked out and the concussion combined, not because it was really that serious of a concussion. I meant "proper response" as in Luke being in the protocol for however long he'll be there, not that saying it was a concussion would be "proper."

Yes it was terrifying to watch live, I was legitimately scared for Luke. But I think and hope that he'll be fine in a matter of time, and probably not as long as people may think based on the reaction.