Kansas City Chiefs Forced To Cancel Practice After Player Suffers Cardiac Arrest

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The Kansas City Chiefs were forced to cancel their OTAs this Thursday following a severe medical emergency.

According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, an unnamed defensive lineman had a seizure during a special teams meeting and went into cardiac arrest. Fortunately for the player, the team’s medical staff took action immediately, and an ambulance took him to hospital.

The player, a backup, is said to be in stable condition.

The Chiefs were scheduled to open their practice to the media this Thursday, but circumstances have prompted them to move it to Friday.

“The #Chiefs canceled all team activities today after a backup defensive lineman had a seizure in a special teams meeting and went into cardiac arrest, per sources,” Pelissero reported.

“The team’s medical staff worked quickly, an ambulance was called and the player is currently in stable condition.”

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“Prayers up. That sounds horrible for everyone involved,” one fan wrote.

“props to the medical staff,” another commented.

“Prayers, thank god for the swift medical attention by our staff,” said a third.

The Kansas City Chiefs’ Offseason Woes Continue To Mount

It has been a rough offseason for the Kansas City Chiefs.

The team is looking to become the first to win three consecutive Super Bowls but is being hit with negative developments almost weekly. It started with the shooting incident that marred their victory parade. Since then, multiple players have been arrested, while one dominated the headlines for weeks because of a speech he made.

This is a developing story and we will bring you more as soon as additional information becomes available.

Our thoughts are with the Chiefs and the player as we hope for a speedy and full recovery.