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Star nearly strangled by rival fan's flag in return
The incident occurred during an Eagles-Jaguars game where two players were also ejected on the opening kickoff.
On air: Chip Darnell and Hank Ledger on BBN TonightPublished
At a glance
- First reported by The Sun: “Bizarre moment star almost strangled by rival fan’s flag 15 minutes into return”.
- Covered on BBN on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at 5:56 PM ET on BBN Tonight, by Chip Darnell and Hank Ledger.
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What BBN said about it
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorMeanwhile, The Sun reports a star returning to play was almost strangled fifteen minutes in by a flag held by a rival fan.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorA comeback story, Hank! He's back, and the crowd is already hugging him a little too hard!
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorThat was a flag, Chip, wrapped around his neck, and the fan was on the other team's side.
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