Detroit Lions cornerback Amik Robertson suffered an elbow injury on the second snap of the Washington Commanders’ offense and had to walk off the field in tears during Saturday night’s divisional playoff game.
Robertson was ruled out for the rest of the game after getting hurt while tackling receiver Terry McLaurin.
Lions quarterback Jared Goff was evaluated for a concussion after taking a hard hit while trying to stop a pick-6 and missed one possession. Backup Teddy Bridgewater stepped in and helped lead a touchdown drive.
Commanders guard Sam Cosmi hurt his knee when running back Brian Robinson scored a go-ahead touchdown early in the second quarter. Cosmi’s right leg bent awkwardly, and he limped off the field. He was later ruled out for the rest of the game.
Robertson’s injury added to the challenges for a depleted Lions defense, which was already struggling to contain rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels.
Robertson had been playing well in Detroit’s previous game, where he helped limit Minnesota Vikings All-Pro receiver Justin Jefferson.
Washington receiver Olamide Zaccheaus left in the second quarter with a groin injury.
In the third quarter, Lions safety Ifeatu Melifonwu suffered a hamstring injury.
