Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman BJ Thompson has made a remarkable recovery after suffering a seizure and cardiac arrest during a team practice on Tuesday. The 23-year-old is now awake and responsive, providing a huge sigh of relief for his family, friends, and the entire Chiefs organization.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman BJ Thompson is awake and responsive one day after suffering a seizure and going into cardiac arrest during a special teams practice on Tuesday.
The 23-year-old Thompson was rushed to Providence Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas, where he received immediate medical attention. He underwent surgery to relieve pressure on his brain, and he was placed in a medically induced coma to help him rest and recover.
On Wednesday, Thompson's condition improved significantly. He was taken out of the coma and was able to communicate with his family and friends. He is now awake and responsive, although he is still undergoing tests to determine the cause of the seizure and cardiac arrest.
The Chiefs released a statement Wednesday afternoon, saying that Thompson is "resting comfortably" and that he is "in good spirits." The team also thanked the medical staff at Providence Medical Center for their "exceptional care" of Thompson.
Thompson's teammates and coaches visited him in the hospital on Wednesday, and they were all relieved to see him improving.
"It's great to see him doing so well," said Chiefs head coach Andy Reid. "He's a tough kid, and he's going to get through this."
Thompson's family has been by his side since the incident, and they have been overwhelmed by the outpouring of support from the Kansas City community.
"We're so grateful for all the prayers and well wishes," said Thompson's mother, Bridget. "We're just taking it one day at a time, and we're hopeful for a full recovery."
Thompson is a promising young player who was expected to play a significant role on the Chiefs' defense this season. He was a standout player at Texas Southern University, and he was drafted by the Chiefs in the sixth round of the 2020 NFL Draft.
Thompson's seizure and cardiac arrest was a reminder of the importance of being aware of the dangers of head injuries in football. The NFL has made significant strides in recent years to improve player safety, but there is still more that can be done to prevent these types of incidents.
The Chiefs and the entire NFL community are hoping for a full recovery for BJ Thompson. He is a talented player and a great person, and everyone is pulling for him to make a complete comeback.
