houston texans Quarterback CJ Stroud was distraught after witnessing his teammate and friend Tank Dell sustain a severe leg injury during Saturday afternoon's game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
The expected season-ending injury had a visible impact on the team. And Stroud.
Houston Texans quarterback CJ Stroud reacts after teammate Tank Dell was injured while catching a touchdown pass against the Chiefs on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri. did. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
The second-year quarterback broke down in tears and had to be consoled by other teammates.
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After the game, Stroud was asked how he recovered from the heartbreaking scene and spoke about his faith.
“All you can do is really pray. At the end of the day, God still gets the glory. No matter what happens to me, I always do it because of the grace and grace of Jesus. I know you've made it this far.'' Knowing who he is in my life and Tank's life, whether it's on the left or on the right, whether it's up or down. , I must always praise my Lord and Savior. ”
“It's not easy to move on and keep playing, but I did the best I could,” he continued.
Houston Texans quarterback CJ Stroud reacts after wide receiver Tank Dell is injured during the Kansas City Chiefs game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on December 21, 2024. (Jay Biggerstaff-Imagine Images)
Texans' Tank Dell suffers serious leg injury, teammates cry
The Texans gathered around Dell and prayed before he was carried off the field in a covered medical cart. Stroud revealed what did they pray for.
“Jesus,” he said simply. “Just finding him at this moment, it's not easy. He's the Prince of Peace, so I just prayed for the head of the tank and for his peace mentally and physically. We hope for a miracle.” I serve God, and I believe in healing, and I pray the Lord can heal him. ”
Saturday's injury will likely be Dell's second season-ending injury. Last season, his rookie season was interrupted after he broke his fibula in Week 13 against the Denver Broncos.
Houston Texans wide receiver Jared Wayne and cornerback Kris Boyd react after wide receiver Tank Dell was injured at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on Dec. 21, 2024. (Jay Biggerstaff-Imagine Images)
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Dell was injured while hauling in a 30-yard touchdown pass at the start of the second half. He was taken to the University of Kansas Medical Center, where the team said he would stay overnight.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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