Tanjala T. Gipsonthe mother of the Denver Broncos running back Tyler Badiespoke hours after his son collapsed on the field during a game against the New York Jets.
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Here’s What Happened When Tyler Badie Passed Out on the Football Field
According to TMZDuring Sunday’s game, Badie “got hit in the back” by a Jets linebacker. The outlet reports that the incident appeared to be a “routine hit” and Badie was sidelined afterward.
However, cameras showed the 24-year-old lying on his back after a commercial break as medical officials rushed to his aid.
Social media sends prayers like your mother, Tanjala T. Gipson, He speaks
Social media users immediately shared their concerns and prayers for Badie on Shade Room Comments Section.
Instagram user @sylvester_danielle_ wrote, “I am sending strength to this young man and his family during this time. Hoping for a full recovery”
While Instagram user @ohthatsdri added, “The brain and spine…. Two very complex and some of the most unforgiving organs/systems of the body. I pray he doesn’t have a serious injury. 🙏…”
Instagram user @cultchathrowback wrote, “Prayers 🙏🏾🙏🏾 you hate seeing things like this happen”
While Instagram user @shhm0neyd_ added, “Damn, this is so scary! Praying for him”
Instagram user @gotcocoa wrote, “It’s terrible to hope that they are okay!
While Instagram user @laniaakiaraa added, “I hope and pray he is ok because we are still shaken about Damar 🙏🏾”
Additionally, Broncos coach Sean Payton, supposedly he spoke a few hours after Badie’s public meltdown via reporter Parker Gabriel.
Sean Payton on Tyler Badie: “No update.”
Is he traveling back with the team? “No update.”
-Parker Gabriel (@ParkerJGabriel) September 29, 2024
Additionally, on Sunday night, Badie’s mother shared her own message via Xformerly known as Twitter.
“This photo was taken just before today’s game. God was good then and God is good now. We may not know what the future holds, but we know who holds the future. Thank you so much for your prayers for our son Tyler Badie (@only1badie),” she tweeted.
This photo was taken just before today’s game. God was good then and God is good now. We may not know what the future holds, but we know who holds the future. Thank you so much for your prayers for our son Tyler Badie (@only1badie). pic.twitter.com/QVDNVEveWI
— Tanjala T. Gipson, MD (@DoctorGipson) September 30, 2024
Ultimately, KOA Colorado reporter Brandon Krisztal shared a final update over Badie on Sunday night. Krisztal reported that Badie returned home with a member of the Broncos’ medical staff. The reporter classified the sighting of the 24-year-old as a “good sign”.
“Broncos RB Tyler Badie flew home on the same commercial flight I was on, accompanied by a member of the Broncos medical staff. Obviously a good sign, that after being checked out at a New York area hospital, he was able to fly home right behind his team…” he wrote.
Broncos RB Tyler Badie flew home on the same commercial flight I was on, accompanied by a member of the Broncos medical staff.
Obviously a good sign, as after being checked out at a New York area hospital, he was able to fly home right behind his team.#BroncosCountry– Brandon Krisztal (@BKDenverSports) September 30, 2024
According to Daily Mailthe full extent of Badie’s injuries is still unclear.
Fellow NFL player Damar Hamlin had a similar experience
As The Shadow Room Previously reported, Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin made similar headlines in January 2023. At the time, the Bills were facing the Cincinnati Bengals when Hamlin suffered cardiac arrest on the field.
Footage later emerged of Hamlin lying in the field.
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin is in critical condition after suffering cardiac arrest on the field approximately halfway through the first quarter of Monday night’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals. His heartbeat was restored on the field. pic.twitter.com/2hVbDj9FxL
– Daily Caller (@DailyCaller) January 3, 2023
Hamlin was transferred to a hospital and a few days later, his agent reported that he was awake and surrounded by his family, so The Shadow Room.
On January 11, 2023, the Buffalo Bills revealed that Hamlin was discharged from the hospital.
An amazing update from Damar Hamlin. ❤️💙 pic.twitter.com/GyP2uDQry0
– Buffalo Bills (@BuffaloBills) January 11, 2023
Then, later that month, Hamlin shared a video message with fans, thanking them for their love and support, for The Shadow Room.
By April 2023, Hamlin would have been fully cleared to return to the field.
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