The injury bug bit several teams hard this past weekend, when four starting quarterbacks were removed from games with various ailments. Three were hit with concussions, while the other suffered a rib injury and separated shoulder.
It was the pinnacle of what's been a injury-riddled year in the NFL.
Numerous important players, who teams rely upon, continue to be forced to the sidelines each week with serious injuries.
We've outlined this season's most significant injuries in chronological order.
Troy Polamalu, Pittsburgh Steelers Safety
Diagnosis: Calf injury
Occurred: Week 1 (v. Denver Broncos)
Status: There have been several times that it was believed Polamalu was about to return this season, but it never happened. He's missed seven games this season, including five straight, but there's a possibility he could play this weekend.
Darrelle Revis, New York Jets Cornerback
Diagnosis: Torn ACL
Occurred: Week 3 (v. Miami Dolphins)
Status: Out for the remainder of the season.
Jon Beason, Carolina Panthers Linebacker
Diagnosis: Knee and shoulder injuries
Occurred: Week 4 (v. Atlanta)
Status: Out for the remainder of the season.
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