One of the best football players in college football suffered a devastating injury on Saturday.
Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa suffered what is believed to be a hip dislocation injury. He was carted off the field and air-lifted to a hospital for further treatment. He likely won’t play another down for the Crimson Tide as a result of the injury. The type of injury also leaves doubt about his future in the NFL, as some have evoked the injury that ended Bo Jackson’s career. Tagovailoa was scheduled to enter the 2020 NFL draft following this season.
An outpouring of support has come from all walks of the football spectrum. From former teammates to old rivals, everyone is sending their prayers and hoping that they’ll one day see this talented football player return to the game he loves. The list of well-wishers includes Kansas City Chiefs starting quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Check it out:
Prayers up @Tuaamann hope this is just a minor setback in a bright future!
— Patrick Mahomes II (@PatrickMahomes) November 16, 2019
“Prayers up,” Mahomes wrote on Twitter while tagging Tagovailoa. “Hope this is just a minor setback in a bright future.”
Mahomes, who suffered a scary kneecap dislocation injury earlier this season, perhaps knows what Tagovailoa is going through at this moment more than anyone. The frustration of not being able to get back out there and play with your brothers, it’s a lot to handle as a competitor and leader.
At the very least, Mahomes recognizes the talent and ability that Tagovailoa has. He’s a fan of his game, and like all the other fans out there, he hopes to see a comeback for Tagovailoa after he rehabs and recovers from this injury.