During a recent game between N.C. State and Wake Forest, N.C. State quarterback Grayson McCall suffered an injury that required him to be taken off the field on a cart. The incident occurred in the first quarter after McCall was hit hard by multiple Wake Forest defenders, including Eldrick Robinson II, causing his helmet to jar and the football to be dislodged.
McCall, who had been out of play since a previous injury on September 14 against Louisiana Tech, is in his first season with the Wolfpack after transferring from Coastal Carolina. Despite the hit, McCall initially lifted his head while being carted off the field, showing signs of awareness.
Returning as the first-string quarterback for the Wolfpack, McCall faced another hit on the first snap of the game after releasing an incomplete pass. This time, however, he seemed unfazed by the impact. The turnover resulting from the play led to Wake Forest's Evan Slocum returning the ball 88 yards to the N.C. State 2-yard line, allowing the Demon Deacons to secure a 10-0 lead early in the game.
McCall's injury history, including a previous concussion, adds concern to the situation. The N.C. State medical team promptly attended to McCall on the field, emphasizing the importance of player safety in such high-impact sports.
As the game continued, players and fans alike were left to await updates on McCall's condition and the impact of his absence on the Wolfpack's performance. The incident serves as a reminder of the physical toll that football can take on its players, highlighting the need for proper medical attention and precautions in the sport.
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Sources: AP college football and college football
