Nick Saban Reveals WR Henry Ruggs is in Concussion Protocol After Leaving Citrus Bowl

A stud on Alabama's offense and potential first-round pick in the NFL Draft suffered an injury scare on New Year's Day.

In the third quarter of Wednesday's Citrus Bowl, Crimson Tide receiver Henry Ruggs attempted to make a diving catch against the Michigan Wolverines. Ruggs was shaken up after the play with an apparent injury, and head coach Nick Saban has provided an update after the game.

Nick Saban said wide receiver Henry Ruggs III is in concussion protocol.
— Charlie Potter (@Charlie_Potter) January 1, 2020

This season, Ruggs was one of many Crimson Tide wideouts to make a serious impact throughout the season. Through 11 games, Ruggs recorded 38 receptions for 719 yards and seven touchdowns.

Prior to the injury, Ruggs caught two passes for 27 yards.

Alabama WR Henry Ruggs had to be helped off the field after attempting to make a diving catch. ? pic.twitter.com/HgpBnlzvvh
— Bleacher Report CFB (@BR_CFB) January 1, 2020

There was much doubt in regards to the junior receiver's status for the Citrus Bowl. Ruggs is viewed as a first-round prospect in the upcoming NFL Draft, and many thought he'd sit out in order to preserve his body. However, Ruggs said he hasn't made a decision on his future, and decided to give it a go on New Year's Day.

Henry Ruggs is being helped off the field after a hard fall when trying to make a diving catch. It looked like he landed on the ball really hard in the hip area.
— Yahoo Sports College Football (@YahooSportsCFB) January 1, 2020

At least there's more clarity on his injury because there was a lot of pessimistic speculation after he left the field.