Aikman's Concussion Forces Him Out of Game

Dallas quarterback Troy Aikman's condition was alarming to his teammates after getting a head-ringing concussion in the first quarter of the game against Phoenix. Aikman's top receiver, Michael Irvin, saw blood dripping from Aikman's chin and tongue and knew he had to leave the game. Despite this, Aikman managed to throw a touchdown pass to Alvin Harper before being forced to leave the game, where he was replaced by backup quarterback Rodney Peete.

Key Takeaways:

• Aikman suffered a concussion in the first quarter of the game, forcing him to leave the game.
• Aikman's top receiver, Michael Irvin, saw blood dripping from Aikman's chin and tongue.
• Aikman threw a touchdown pass to Alvin Harper before being forced to leave the game.
• Backup quarterback Rodney Peete replaced Aikman and led the Cowboys to a 28-21 victory.
• Peete completed 12 of 19 passes for 186 yards, 115 of which were in concert with Irvin.
• Irvin made two touchdown receptions, including one from Peete that tied the game at 21-21.
• The Cardinals twice had leads of 7 points, but the Cowboys tied the score in less than two minutes on passes from Peete to Irvin.
• Arizona's Steve Beuerlein threw 18 of 31 for 213 yards and 1 touchdown, but his final four passes fell incomplete.

Statistics:

• Aikman left the game with 6 stitches for his chin and a gash on his tongue.
• Peete led the Cowboys to a 28-21 victory in Aikman's absence.
• Peete completed 12 of 19 passes for 186 yards.
• Irvin made two touchdown receptions, one from Peete and one from Aikman.
• The Cardinals held Emmitt Smith to 76 yards on 21 carries.
• Arizona's defense held the Cowboys to 75 yards on the ground.

Sources:

• Associated Press (captions and quotes)
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