Detroit Lions safety Morice Norris took to social media to express his gratitude for the overwhelming support he’s received following his frightening injury during Friday night’s preseason matchup against the Atlanta Falcons.
The incident occurred early in the fourth quarter when the 24-year-old collided with Falcons running back Nathan Carter. Medical staff quickly responded to what appeared to be a head injury before transporting Norris to a nearby hospital for further evaluation.
The atmosphere on the field turned somber as players from both teams gathered in prayer. Moments later, officials suspended play out of concern for Norris’s well-being.
After the team confirmed he was stable, Norris posted, “Amen, Amen. I’m all good, man. Don’t worry about me. I appreciate all the check-ins and the love.”
The Lions later released a statement saying Norris was alert, had full movement in his arms and legs, and would remain at Atlanta’s Grady Memorial Hospital overnight for observation. The organization also thanked the Falcons, stadium emergency responders, and hospital staff for their professionalism and assistance.
The decision to stop the game drew praise from Lions head coach Dan Campbell, who commended Falcons head coach Raheem Morris for his compassion and quick agreement to halt play. Morris explained afterward, “For me and Dan, it was about respecting Morice Norris and his family. These situations are rare, but in that moment, stopping the game was the right call for both teams.”
Cornerback Terrion Arnold, visibly relieved at the news, shared his joy online: “Y’all don’t understand how happy I am to see my brother smiling. God has a way of reminding us not to take this game for granted. We put our livelihoods on the line every time we play, and I’m just thankful my brother is alive and doing well.”
Norris is expected to return to Detroit on Saturday, just hours after enduring one of the most alarming moments of the preseason.
