A Concussed Mason Rudolph Refuses the Cart, Which May Have Been Disabled, Anyway

Mason Rudolph was the victim of a gross human rights violation at Heinz Field on Sunday.

Even if the United Nations doesn't classify it as such, that's what we're calling it.

The Steelers QB was tagged flush on the chin by Ravens safety Earl Thomas and probably knocked unconscious.

However, the real crime may have been committed after the fact.

 

Sure thing.

Let's first address the hit itself, which was brutal:

 

That's a sobering reminder that these dudes are literally risking their lives out there.

It seemed to sober Thomas right up:

 

The fear in his voice was palpable.

Now here's where we get a look at the NFL prioritizing player safety:

 

Of course, the Shield is claiming there was a backup cart available, but that Rudolph didn't require one.

Also, the kid didn't want one anyway, because he was obviously sharp and clear-headed at that very moment.

 

You know, if a dude who just got knocked out on the field doesn't require a cart, then the league should strip them down and sell for parts.

We were able to obtain some footage of the young chucker being rushed to the hospital:

 

Rudolph is already back at the team facility, so that's certainly good to hear.

Fortunately, he's got photos like this one to remember the hit:

 

Ah yes, there's nothing quite like traumatic brain injury humor to turn that frown upside down.