After leading the University of Oklahoma in an impressive comeback victory to defeat Baylor, Jalen Hurts expressed deep sympathy and concern for former teammate and friend Tua Tagovailoa after learning of the seriousness of his injuries.
“It hurt me to hear it. He’s a great friend of mine.” Hurts said during a press conference after the Baylor win. “I’m praying for him and his family. I hope nothing but the best. I hope everything works out for him and his family.”
Jalen Hurts on Tua’s injury pic.twitter.com/Ob5aISNwtl
— Chris Hummer (@chris_hummer) November 17, 2019
Tagovailoa sustained a right hip dislocation and posterior wall fracture during the first half of Saturday’s game against Mississippi State in Starkville, Miss.
After the news of his prognosis went public, Tua did not hesitate to express gratitude for the outpouring of support and, once again, acknowledged the role his faith plays in his life.
Thank you all for the prayers and well wishes! God always has a plan ??
— Tua. T ?? (@Tuaamann) November 17, 2019
Team orthopedic surgeon Lyle Cain released a statement regarding the injury: “Tua Tagovailoa sustained a right hip dislocation that was immediately reduced at the stadium. He is undergoing further testing to determine the best course of treatment. He is expected to make a full recovery but will miss the remainder of the season.”
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