Buccaneers CB C.J. Wilson loses two fingers in fireworks accident

Lorenzo Reyes | USA TODAY

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback C.J. Wilson lost two fingers while setting off fireworks during a Fourth of July celebration over the weekend, his father said Wednesday.

Curtis Wilson Sr., appearing on a Charlotte television station, said the fireworks did not pop out of the canister when they exploded.

"We are aware that C.J. was involved in an accident that occurred over the July 4th holiday," the Buccaneers said in a statement. "It is our understanding that the injury occurred to one of his hands and our primary concern at this moment is for his long-term health. We have been in contact with C.J. and are continuing to monitor the situation."

Undrafted out of North Carolina State, Wilson was a practice squad player for the majority of last season before being promoted to the active roster in December. Set to enter the final season of a two-year contract, he appeared in two games and had four tackles in 2014. He was a reserve for the Chicago Bears in 2013, registering one tackle in two games.

Wilson is the second NFL player to suffer an injury as a result of a fireworks accident during the Fourth of July weekend. New York Giants star defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul also is dealing with a similar situation in Florida.

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The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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