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Fitzpatrick evaluated for possible concussion, returns to game

New York Jets v Arizona Cardinals

GLENDALE, AZ - OCTOBER 17: Quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick #14 of the New York Jets sits on the bench during the second half of the NFL game against the Arizona Cardinals at the University of Phoenix Stadium on October 17, 2016 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

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Jets quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick was removed from the game to be evaluated for a possible concussion on the Jets’ first drive Sunday.

Fitzpatrick took a big hit after choosing to dive, not slide, in trying for extra yardage on a run.

Bryce Petty would be in line to replace him and make his NFL debut, but a review of the play showed he was short of the first down and the Jets punted. Fitzpatrick came back in on the next series, meaning he passed tests administered on the sideline.

Browns rookie cornerback Briean Boddy-Calhoun is also being checked for a concussion.