NFL decides Dolphins violated concussion protocol so league is not to blame

The NFL and NFL Players Association conducted an investigation into the Miami Dolphins handling of quarterback Matt Moore after a vicious hit from Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Bud Dupree during the Playoffs’ Wildcard weekend. Moore was hit in the chin on the play and went to the sideline to be examined. After one snap, Moore returned to the game, leading to questions about the league’s concussion protocol and whether or not the Dolphins properly followed it.

The league’s investigation - which amazingly did not involve Ted Wells - found the Dolphins did not “strictly follow” the protocol and that “future deviation from the protocol may result in enhanced discipline, including monetary fines…