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The preseason clash at Arrowhead Stadium took a dark turn when Chicago Bears' defensive back Douglas Coleman IIIhit the turf in a way that sent shockwaves through both teams. On the very first play of the second half, Coleman went in for a tackle, but the moment he hit the ground, it was clear something was seriously wrong.
Chaos ensued as players from both sides dropped to a knee, circling around the stricken player. Medical personnel rushed in, working swiftly to stabilize Coleman. His facemask was removed, though his helmet stayed on-a sign that things were far from routine. The intensity in the air was palpable as they secured him on a stabilizing board before loading him onto a stretcher.
With the Kansas City Fire Department ambulance waiting on the sideline, Coleman was carefully lifted into the vehicle, the crowd watching in stunned silence. The once-rowdy stadium fell eerily quiet as the ambulance made its way off the field, carrying the 26-year-old defensive back into the night.
Douglas Coleman III's journey from CFL star to NFL defensive player
Coleman's journey to this moment has been anything but typical. Before donning the Bears uniform, he made waves north of the border with the CFL's Ottawa Redblacks. His gridiron grind started at Texas Tech, and in 2020, he took his first steps into the NFL with the Denver Broncos as an undrafted free agent.
The incident left everyone wondering about Coleman's future. With his football career hanging in the balance, the focus now shifts to his recovery and what comes next for the young athlete whose journey has been full of unexpected turns.
As fans and teammates await updates, Coleman's resilience is sure to be tested in the coming days. All eyes are on him as he faces the toughest opponent yet-his own body.