KC Chiefs Postpone Practice Due To Medical Emergency
Per the NFL Network Tom Pelissero’s post on X, the 25 year old lineman had a seizure and then went into cardiac arrest while attending a meeting with the Chiefs. An insider told Pelissero that Thompson was transported to the hospital via ambulance, his condition has now stabilized.
The #Chiefs canceled all team activities today after a backup defensive lineman had a seizure in a special teams meeting and went into cardiac arrest, per sources.The team’s medical staff worked quickly, an ambulance was called and the player is currently in stable condition.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) June 6, 2024
BJ Thompson Drafted in the fifth round of the 2023 NFL Draft, Thompson was the 166th overall pick. He played college football at both Baylor and Stephen F. Austin before joining the NFL. In his rookie season with the Chiefs, Thompson made an appearance in one game. He made two solo tackles. He is considered to have potential as a pass rusher.
The Chiefs are in offseason practice. They work on drills; yet, no contact plays. The team starts mandatory minicamp next week.
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The Chiefs team has experienced a few bumps since their 2024 Super Bowl win, earlier this year. There is Isaiah Buggs facing alleged animal cruelty charges. A warrant was issued stating he allegedly abandoned two starving dogs at an Alabama rental home.
In April, wide receiver Rashee Rice, was wanted for his role in a multi-car collision in Dallas. He has already turned himself into to the police.
Currently, there is a lot of controversy over a commencement speech given by kicker Harrison Butker. He faced backlash for a controversial commencement speech he delivered at the graduation ceremony for Benedictine College, a Catholic school. His views he highlighted were in opposition to abortion, IVF, President Biden and even women working outside the home.
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