Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison is likely to get another large fine after last night's helmet-to-helmet hit on Cleveland Browns quarterback Colt McCoy during last night's NFL game in Pittsburgh.
It happened in the fourth quarter of Thursday night's game. McCoy scrambled out of the pocket and was able to complete a short sideline pass to running back Montario Harvesty, which ended up gaining five yards. However, McCoy was crushed by Harrison immediately after the throw, and there was no question it was helmet-to-helmet as you could see McCoy's head snap back. McCoy came out of the game but fortunately returned a few plays later.
Since Harrison has a reputation for these kinds of hits, a large fine would be expected here.
UPDATE: Harrison was suspended 1 game by the NFL for leading with his head and being a repeat offender for having done this before.
NFL Network video via NFL.com.
Headhunter: James Harrison flagged for vicious hit on Colt McCoy [Shutdown Corner]
It happened in the fourth quarter of Thursday night's game. McCoy scrambled out of the pocket and was able to complete a short sideline pass to running back Montario Harvesty, which ended up gaining five yards. However, McCoy was crushed by Harrison immediately after the throw, and there was no question it was helmet-to-helmet as you could see McCoy's head snap back. McCoy came out of the game but fortunately returned a few plays later.
Since Harrison has a reputation for these kinds of hits, a large fine would be expected here.
UPDATE: Harrison was suspended 1 game by the NFL for leading with his head and being a repeat offender for having done this before.
NFL Network video via NFL.com.
Headhunter: James Harrison flagged for vicious hit on Colt McCoy [Shutdown Corner]
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