Iowa State TE Benjamin Brahmer hospitalized after collapsing on field

Iowa State tight end Benjamin Brahmer collapsed after taking a heavy hit from Arizona State cornerback Keith Abney II late in the fourth quarter of the Cyclones’ 24-19 loss on Nov. 1 and was carted off the field. Trainers and paramedics tended to Brahmer after he appeared disoriented, stumbled a few steps, collapsed and was placed on a stretcher; he gave a thumbs-up while being taken off and was described as alert and moving his hands. Iowa State said he was transported to Mary Greeley Medical Center as a precaution and several outlets report he was discharged from the hospital within 24 hours. Coach Matt Campbell and quarterback Rocco Becht praised Brahmer’s toughness and expressed relief at the positive early updates, while teammates and players from both teams showed visible concern during the incident. Brahmer, a multi-year starter and All–Big 12 honorable mention, had caught three passes for 48 yards including a 17-yard touchdown in the game and has been a key offensive weapon this season. The Sun Devils’ 24-19 win featured a record rushing performance by Arizona State quarterback Jeff Sims and handed Iowa State its fourth straight loss.