LSU’s game against Auburn on Saturday night began on a somber (and scary) note.
On the opening kickoff, cornerback [autotag]Sevyn Banks[/autotag]’ helmet collided with the returner while attempting to make a tackle (which ultimately resulted in a targeting penalty). Banks stayed down on the field after the hit and didn’t appear to be moving. LSU’s trainers quickly signaled for the cart, and Banks was carried off on a stretcher.
He was taken to a local hospital, where — per the ESPN broadcast — he was conscious with movement in his extremities.
It’s a devastating setback for Banks, a transfer from Ohio State who battled injury all offseason and made his debut in the purple and gold in last week’s contest against New Mexico.
He’s an important piece of LSU’s depth in the secondary, which is already missing starting safety [autotag]Major Burns[/autotag]. But right now, our thoughts are with Banks and his family during this scary situation.
We’ll keep you posted on any news regarding Banks’ status here at LSU Wire.
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