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Iowa State’s Benjamin Brahmer Carted Off After Late-Game Hit, Taken to Hospital for Evaluation

Coaches described the hospital visit as precautionary with more details expected Tuesday.

Overview

  • Brahmer absorbed a head and neck hit from Arizona State cornerback Keith Abney II on an incomplete pass with 8:50 remaining in the fourth quarter.
  • He stood briefly appearing disoriented before collapsing as athletic trainers and paramedics responded.
  • Medical staff stabilized him on the field, and he was alert, moving his fingers, and flashed a thumbs-up while being carted off.
  • Iowa State said he was transported to Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames for evaluation as a precaution.
  • Head coach Matt Campbell reported positive early feedback after the game and said the program expects to provide an update on Tuesday.