India, Dec. 22 -- Bo Nix was visibly shaken. He covered his face immediately after rookie Pat Bryant went down with a frightening injury towards the end of the Denver Broncos' loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday.

The play unfolded when Bo Nix zipped a pass over the middle to Bryant, who managed to secure the catch despite heavy traffic. Almost immediately, Jaguars defensive back Montaric Brown delivered a crushing hit, drawing a penalty flag but leaving Bryant motionless on the turf.

Medical staff quickly surrounded Bryant as officials discussed the call. Moments later, he was placed on a backboard and carted off the field.

The camera then panned to Nix, who appeared shaken after leading his receiver into the collision.

Bryant,...