The intense collision occurred during a game, leaving Thurmon hospitalized and the team's fans worried about his well-being.
Final: Utah State 31, Colorado State 14.
I'm heartbroken as I try to process the fact that Clemson lineman Elyjah Thurmon was taken to the hospital after a head-to-head collision.
Clemson Lineman Elyjah Thurmon Hospitalized After Devastating Head-to-Head Collision
reports elected not to show a replay of the hit, citing concerns about Thurmon's well-being. The collision occurred between Thurmon and a Florida State player during the second quarter of the game.
Clemson Coach Dabo Swinney Gives Halftime Update on Thurmon
Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney said that Thurmon was responsive and moving but couldn't provide another update at halftime. Thurmon's mother was with him at the hospital, providing emotional support during a difficult time.
By the Numbers: Colorado State at Utah State
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado State | 0 | 0 | 6 | 8 | 14 |
| Utah State | 10 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 31 |
Top 5 by yards
| # | Player | Team | Yards | Line |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | McCae Hillstead | Utah State Aggies | 296 | 173 pass yds, 1 TD, 0 INT · 79 rush yds, 1 TD · 44 rec yds, 0 TD |
| 2 | Hauss Hejny | Colorado State Rams | 186 | 186 pass yds, 1 TD, 0 INT |
| 3 | Anthony Garcia | Utah State Aggies | 165 | 44 pass yds, 0 TD, 0 INT · 121 rec yds, 0 TD |
| 4 | Terrence Smith Jr. | Colorado State Rams | 87 | 17 rush yds, 0 TD · 70 rec yds, 0 TD |
| 5 | Javen Jacobs | Utah State Aggies | 71 | 56 rush yds, 1 TD · 15 rec yds, 0 TD |
Best on the night
- McCae Hillstead (Utah State Aggies): 173 pass yds, 1 TD, 0 INT · 79 rush yds, 1 TD · 44 rec yds, 0 TD
- Hauss Hejny (Colorado State Rams): 186 pass yds, 1 TD, 0 INT
- Anthony Garcia (Utah State Aggies): 44 pass yds, 0 TD, 0 INT · 121 rec yds, 0 TD
Rough night
- Hauss Hejny (Colorado State Rams): 1 fumble(s) lost
- Durell Robinson (Colorado State Rams): 1 fumble(s) lost
- Kian Afrookhteh (Utah State Aggies): field goals 1/2
Thurmon receives emotional support from his teammates on the field
Both teams showed solidarity on the field, with some players taking a knee or praying while Thurmon's teammates, coaches, and staff circled around him in support. The ACC Network did not show replays of the incident leading to the injury, out of respect for Thurmon's situation.
Thurmon Laid Motionless on Field for Nearly 10 Minutes
Thurmon laid on the field for around 10 minutes before being loaded onto a stretcher and taken off the field. He was transported to Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, where he received medical attention. The incident has left fans worried about his well-being.
Source: Google News
