Georgia Tech Coach Key: Mbakwe Talking and Responsive After Collision vs Tennessee
Mbakwe was moving and responsive as trainers placed him on a stretcher and took him to Grady Memorial Hospital, coach Brent Key said.
- On Saturday, Georgia Tech cornerback Jaylen Mbakwe was taken to the hospital via stretcher after a head collision during the game against Tennessee at Bobby Dodd Stadium.
- The collision occurred during the third quarter with Tennessee leading 24-10, as Mbakwe struck his head on teammate Jordan Walker's knee during a play.
- Trainers tended to Mbakwe on the turf for several minutes before he was carted off, during which he signaled to the crowd and moved both his hands.
- ESPN reported that Mbakwe was transported to Grady Memorial Hospital, located two miles from Bobby Dodd Stadium, for further medical evaluation.
- Georgia Tech coach Brent Key said, "He was moving when they carried him off," and indicated he would check on Mbakwe immediately after his press availability.
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Georgia Tech coach Key: Mbakwe talking and responsive after collision vs Tennessee
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WATCH Video: Jaylen Mbakwe Taken Off on Stretcher After Frightening Injury in Georgia Tech vs Tennessee Game
Georgia Tech cornerback Jaylen Mbakwe was stretchered off during the third quarter against Tennessee after his head collided with teammate Jordan Walker’s knee. Mbakwe remained on the field for several minutes before being immobilized and taken away, while Walker also left the game with an injury. ESPN reported that Mbakwe was being taken to a local hospital for further testing after he showed encouraging movement and acknowledged his teammates.
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