SAD NEWS: BYU Star Chase Roberts Rushed to Hospital in Critical Condition
In devastating news for the BYU football community and fans nationwide, standout wide receiver Chase Roberts has been rushed to Utah Valley Hospital after suffering a serious injury during a team practice earlier today. Sources close to the program have confirmed that Roberts is in critical condition.
Details surrounding the incident remain limited at this time, but eyewitnesses report that the 6’4″ junior went down hard during a non-contact drill and remained motionless on the field. Emergency personnel arrived within minutes, stabilizing him before transporting him to the hospital under full trauma protocol.
“Everyone just froze,” said one teammate who wished to remain anonymous. “It didn’t look like much at first, but then we realized something was really wrong. The whole team is shaken.”
Roberts, who has become a fan favorite over the past two seasons, led the Cougars in receptions and touchdowns in 2024. Known for his incredible athleticism and quiet leadership, he’s been seen as a potential future NFL prospect. Just last week, he was featured in a Sports Illustrated article naming him one of the top ten wide receivers to watch in the upcoming season.
The university has issued a brief statement:
“We are aware of the medical emergency involving Chase Roberts and are actively monitoring the situation. Our thoughts and prayers are with Chase and his family at this time. We ask that the public respect their privacy.”
Fans have already begun gathering outside the hospital and on the BYU campus to show support, many leaving candles, letters, and jerseys with Roberts’ number 27. Social media is flooded with messages from fans, teammates, and former players, using the hashtag
Former BYU quarterback Jaren Hall posted on X, “Chase is one of the toughest guys I know. Keep fighting, bro. We’re all with you.”
As of now, there is no official update on his condition or the nature of the injury. The team has canceled all media availability and upcoming practices until further notice.
More information will be provided as it becomes available. For now, Cougar Nation — and the entire college football world — holds its breath and hopes for a miracle.
This story is developing.
Stay with us for updates.
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