NFLPA calls Kyle Van Noy's treatment by Chiefs training staff 'unfortunate' after investigation

The NFL Players Association has said its piece on Baltimore Ravens defensive lineman Kyle Van Noy’s complaint about the Kansas City Chiefs’ medical staff, which he called "super unprofessional" in treating his fractured orbital bone in Week 1. 

Van Noy’s injury came in the NFL’s season opener at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, where the 33-year-old had to leave in the second half due to a facial fracture. 

Then on his "McCoy and Van Noy podcast," the veteran defender said it took almost an entire quarter before the Chiefs’ ophthalmologist got to him.

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"I was disappointed in the way the training staff of the Chiefs handled the situation," he explained. "You get hurt – especially something that could be serious like mine was – you’re supposed to rely on the team’s training staff and their doctors."

NFLPA executive director Lloyd Howell visited the Ravens to see Van Noy on Thursday, and he called the situation "unfortunate."

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"I think this was an unfortunate situation where that did not occur," Howell said of the speed Van Noy's treatment came, per ESPN. "Thank God for Kyle's situation [that] it wasn't worse. But here we are with the first game of the season; we got many more games to play. We just can't have that."

Howell also added that the NFLPA has "done our investigation" and "we’ve made the necessary parties aware of how we’ve got to improve."

Under the collective bargaining agreement between the NFL and NFLPA, treatment for injured away team players is expected to be quick, per Howell.

It’s worth noting that the Chiefs’ training staff has not had a good reputation after players for Kansas City expressed displeasure with them in the league’s annual player surveys. 

The Chiefs’ staff earned an "F" for its training staff, which was the worst mark in the league. 

It’s unknown if Van Noy, who is on the injury report with an eye injury, will be available for the Ravens in Week 2 against the Las Vegas Raiders

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'Karate Kid' star Chad McQueen, son of actor Steve McQueen, dead at 63

Chad McQueen, son of Hollywood icon Steve McQueen, has died at the age of 63.

Arthur H. Barens, McQueen's lawyer, confirmed the news to Fox News Digital in a statement Thursday.

"It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Chad McQueen, son of celebrated actor Steve McQueen. In 2020, Chad sustained an injury from which he never fully recovered," Barens wrote. 

Born Dec. 28, 1960, McQueen is perhaps best known for his role as Dutch, one of the bullies in the original "The Karate Kid" and the sequel, "The Karate Kid II."

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He also appeared in films like "New York Cop" and "Red Line," and, according to Variety, there were plans for him to reprise his "Karate Kid" role in the Netflix spin-off "Cobra Kai," but the plans never came to fruition.

Outside of acting, McQueen focused on auto racing, like his famous father.

"His passion for racing not only highlighted his exceptional talent, but also served as a way to honor his father's legacy, a testament to the values instilled in him. He passed his passion, knowledge and dedication to his family’s heritage on to his children, Chase and Madison, who will continue to write the McQueen story with Renaissance Licensing," Barens said in the statement.

Variety reported that Chad competed in events like the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the 12 Hours of Sebring. He also founded McQueen Racing in 2010. According to the company's website, McQueen's children, Chase and Madison, have taken charge.

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"Together, Chase and Madison form a dynamic team, upholding their father's legacy while infusing their own passion for the joy of racing. Their dedication to excellence and their relentless pursuit of pushing the boundaries of performance and design have positioned McQueen Racing at the forefront of the industry," McQueen Racing's website states.

"Chad's remarkable journey as a loving father to Chase and Madison, along with his unwavering commitment to Jeanie, truly exemplified a life filled with love and dedication. He is also survived by his mother, Neile Adams, a well-known Broadway performer, dancer and singer," Barens' statement said. 

Chad McQueen is also father to "Vampire Diaries" and "Chicago Fire" star Steven R. McQueen, from a previous marriage.

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On social media, McQueen often shared tributes to his father, who died in 1980 of complications from cancer.

"Happy Fathers Day to the best dad I could’ve ever asked for! Thank you for being my guardian angel. I promise to tell your story the way you would want it because no one knew you like I did," he wrote last year.

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"As the family navigates this difficult time, we kindly ask for privacy as they remember and celebrate Chad's extraordinary life," Barens' statement added, encouraging people to donate to Boys Republic.

Fox News Digital's Larry Fink contributed to this report

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