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Report: Russell Okung taken to hospital with concussion-like symptoms

Shortly after the game, something happen to Russell Okung that resulted in him being taken away by ambulance. More to follow.

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Denver Broncos starting left tackle Russell Okung was taken by cart to the bus. Jeff Legwold reported that he needed to be helped to the showers and appeared to be getting fluids.

Shortly after that, he was seen on a stretcher and being loaded into an ambulance.

Hopefully this is precautionary and all is okay. We will keep this post updated as this story develops.

UPDATE: 10:40 P.M. MT

Per Patrick Smyth of the Denver Broncos, Okung was taken to the hospital after suffering from concussion-like symptoms possibly related to overheating.

UPDATE 12:00 A.M M.T.

According to Patrick Smyth, tackle Russell Okung has been released from the hospital

Okung will return back home to Denver tonight with his teammates. Excellent news after a scary scene after the game.