Former NFL quarterback Chad Kelly suffered a leg damage so ugly his teammates couldn’t even look throughout the Canadian Soccer League’s playoffs on Saturday.
Kelly, a quarterback for the Toronto Argonauts, was taking part in within the workforce’s semifinals matchup when he was tackled within the third quarter.
As Kelly tried to face up, he rapidly observed that his proper leg was damaged, and he was noticed attempting to carry it collectively.
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Chad Kelly of the Toronto Argonauts throws a go in opposition to the Montreal Alouettes throughout the first half of the CFL Japanese Ultimate at BMO Area on November 11, 2023, in Toronto. (John E. Sokolowski/Getty Photos)
The scene was painful to observe as his teammates started to grasp what was taking place to their signal-caller.
One in every of his teammates even collapsed to the bottom, fully distraught by what he was witnessing as Kelly fell to the turf, seemingly in shock with what had occurred.
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Kelly’s evening was clearly completed after struggling this damage. He was 11-for-22 for 182 yards with a landing and two interceptions.
The Argonauts, although, went on to defeat the Montreal Alouettes, 30-28, to maneuver on to the Gray Cup closing in opposition to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.
Kelly ended up struggling a damaged tibia and fibula in his proper ankle after Alouettes defensive finish Isaac Adeyemi-Berglund landed on his leg whereas Kelly was working.
Kelly launched a press release on Sunday evening, confirming his accidents and anticipating to make a full restoration in three to 6 months.
Toronto Argonauts quarterback Chad Kelly receives medical consideration throughout the recreation in opposition to the Montreal Alouettes. (David Kirouac-Imagn Photos)
“I want to extend my sincere thanks to the doctors and medical staff at Montreal General Hospital, as well as my family, teammates and team ownership, for standing by me throughout this experience,” Kelly’s assertion learn. “The incredible outpouring of support from our fans means the world to me, and I’m truly grateful for all the messages I’ve received.
“I couldn’t be prouder of our workforce for securing an impressive win, and I’m thrilled we’re headed to the Gray Cup. Whereas I remorse not having the ability to play, I’ve full confidence within the workforce and workers to deliver the cup dwelling the place it belongs. Thanks once more for the unimaginable assist – I’ll see you all quickly!”
Kelly, who was “Mr. Irrelevant” as the last pick in the 2017 NFL Draft, has been leading the Argonauts since serving a nine-game suspension by the league for violating its gender-based violence policy.
Kelly was accused of sexual harassment in February by a former female assistant strength coach, who is also suing the team for wrongful dismissal.
Chad Kelly of the Toronto Argonauts throws during warm-ups before a game against the Montreal Alouettes in the CFL Eastern Final at BMO Field on November 11, 2023, in Toronto. (John E. Sokolowski/Getty Images)
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The reigning Most Outstanding Player in the CFL, Kelly has been quarterbacking in the league since 2022.
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