Positive report on Western Kentucky football player carted off against Indiana
Memorial Stadium fell silent as Karsten Upchurch received medical attention and was carted off. Western Kentucky provided an update after medical tests.
The Indiana football team's 38-0 victory over Western Kentucky was marred by a lengthy medical situation involving Western Kentucky's starting right tackle, Karsten Upchurch. Upchurch was on the ground for approximately ten minutes before being moved to a stretcher and transported off the field. After receiving various tests, Hilltoppers coach Tyson Helton provided an update on Upchurch's condition.
He reported that most of the tests had come back negative, with Upchurch moving around and seeming normal. However, Helton emphasized that medical staff would continue to monitor the situation and conduct further tests. Upchurch, who is listed at 6 feet 5 inches and 295 pounds, was removed from the field while still conscious and talking, though he expressed significant pain.
He was attended to by medical staff, who included the Hilltoppers staff, and the team took a knee in solidarity. Upchurch has played for several schools, including Mississippi State and East Mississippi Community College, and had high expectations entering the season. He was named first team all-Conference USA by Phil Steele and second team by Athlon Sports.
Despite the positive report on Upchurch's medical status, his availability for Western Kentucky's home opener remains uncertain.
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