Elks game witnessing removal of Ottawa Redblacks' defensive lineman Daniel Okpoko via ambulance
In the thrilling matchup between the Ottawa Redblacks and the Edmonton Elks on Friday night, a concerning incident occurred with just 2:40 remaining on the clock. Ottawa Redblacks' defensive lineman Daniel Okpoko was injured during the game.
Okpoko, a native of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, took a minor blow to his head during a tackle on Edmonton quarterback Cody Fajardo. After initially getting up, Okpoko indicated he required medical attention before collapsing. Trainers from both teams attended to Okpoko and placed him on a spine board.
The injury was a setback for the Redblacks, who were already struggling with a 3-8 record this season. Okpoko, a second-year player for the team, has been a valuable asset, recording 10 defensive tackles and one sack in 11 games this season. As a rookie, he recorded five defensive tackles in 18 games.
Despite the injury, the game continued, with the Edmonton Elks emerging victorious with a score of 30-20. This marks the Elks' fifth win of the season.
The Redblacks will be hoping for positive news regarding Okpoko's condition. Reports suggest that he is in stable condition after being taken to a local hospital via ambulance. This article will be updated as more information becomes available.
Stay tuned for further developments on this story. Our thoughts are with Daniel Okpoko and his family during this challenging time.
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