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Marquez Valdes-Scantling says he received death threats over fumble
Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner (right) dives on a loose ball ahead of Green Bay Packers wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling (83) in overtime at Lucas Oil Stadium.  Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

Marquez Valdes-Scantling says he received death threats over his costly fumble in overtime against the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday.

Valdes-Scantling’s Green Bay Packers got the ball to start overtime with the game tied at 31. On the Packers’ second play, Valdes-Scantling lost a fumble that effectively cost his team the game.

The Colts got great field position and were able to kick a 39-yard field goal to win the game.

Valdes-Scantling said on Twitter after the game that he received death threats. He said those who sent threats were “sick” and “need help.”

Valdes-Scantling received support from his team despite his mistake. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers came to his defense. So did head coach Matt LaFleur.

The Packers are now 7-3 after the loss and still in good shape for the playoffs, but they can’t afford many more mistakes like that.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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