"Possible TIA/stroke-like symptoms": Doctor drops "scary" evaluation of Rodney Harrison as viral video of Patriots legend raises concern

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Doctor drops "scary" evaluation of Rodney Harrison as viral video of Patriots legend raises concern - Source: Imagn

Former New England Patriots safety and NFL analyst Rodney Harrison appeared on the “Sunday Night Football” pregame show for the clash between the Broncos and the Commanders.

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During the broadcast, Harrison froze up and paused after NBC analyst Jac Collinsworth asked him about Washington’s defense. The clip went viral on social media with many raising concerns over the former Super Bowl winner's health.

NFL doctor Jesse Morse shared his assessment of the viral incident on X, saying the former safety showed possible stroke-like symptoms.

"Rodney Harrison here with possible TIA / stroke-like symptoms. I’m hoping he went to the hospital immediately to get evaluated. Scary, hope all is well!"
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Harrison recollected his thoughts afterwards and gave his thoughts on Washington's defense on the broadcast.

“The best way to attack them … I’m sorry. There’s a lot of stuff going on, I’m sorry. They don’t have a lot of discipline on the defensive side of the ball. That’s it. I’m sorry, guys.”

Awful Announcing shared an update on Harrison's health, saying he was fine and would appear on the postgame show.

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"There was some concern about NBC's Rodney Harrison not appearing well during 'Football Night in America', the SNF pregame show. We are told he is fine and will appear postgame on Peacock."
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Harrison, a two-time Super Bowl champion safety, joined NBC as an analyst after retirement in 2009.

Rodney Harrison named among the Pro Football Hall of Fame semifinalists this year

Last week, the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame semifinalists were announced by the league. Rodney Harrison was among the players to have made the cut.

Harrison played 15 seasons in the NFL, spending the initial part of his career with the San Diego Chargers before joining the New England Patriots in 2008. He earned two Pro Bowl selections and two First Team All-Pro selections during his NFL career.

The NFL will announce the 15 finalists in January and will announce the Class of 2026 inductees in February.

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