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Oklahoma’s Keontez Lewis Stretchered Off After Hitting Unpadded Brick Wall vs. Kent State

The collision has renewed scrutiny of Owen Field’s end-zone safety.

Overview

  • The injury occurred on Oklahoma's second offensive play with 10:37 left in the first quarter on an overthrown end-zone pass from Michael Hawkins Jr.
  • Lewis ran headfirst into the unpadded brick barrier beyond the north end zone and lay motionless as trainers attended to him for about 10 minutes.
  • He was immobilized, strapped to a stretcher, and carted off the field as teammates gathered and cleared a path.
  • Oklahoma’s in-house radio reported he moved his arms and legs while being evaluated, and there was no immediate official update on his condition.
  • The brick wall surrounds nearly all of Owen Field and sits close to play, and Lewis entered the game as a key contributor with 17 receptions for 210 yards and two touchdowns this season.