Bryce Anderson injury update: Texas A&M releases encouraging statement regarding DB after hospitalization

Texas A&M released a statement on DB Bryce Anderson after his hospitalization. It was an encouraging one from the football program.

“Bryce traveled home with the team Saturday night following our game against Notre Dame and has since undergone further evaluation by our medical staff,” the statement on Anderson read. “We are thankful to report that no catastrophic injury was found.

“Bryce is in great spirits, and our focus now is on supporting him through his recovery. We’re grateful for the many thoughts, prayers and messages from the Aggie Family and know Bryce will continue to feel that support as he heals.”

Anderson went down in the first half vs. Notre Dame this weekend, eventually being stretchered off the field. Certainly a scary moment for the entire program, watching one of their guys leave due to a collision.

Even prior to the Wednesday update, the statement from head coach Mike Elko during his postgame press conference was a good one. Elko said “all things are positive” when it comes to Anderson. He continues to hope for the best for one of Texas A&M’s veteran leaders.

“Still praying for Bryce,” Elko said via TexAgs. “At this point, all things are positive. We will continue to pray for a positive resolution.”

The moment occurred while Anderson was attempting to make a play after a Notre Dame pass play. Lowering his helmet, two Aggie defenders converged on the area. Anderson then remained face down as trainers sprinted over to him.

As he was carted off, Bryce Anderson was able to give a thumbs up to the crowd. The crowd erupted upon seeing that, taking it as a positive sign.

Texas A&M does get a week off after the Notre Dame game, going into a bye. From there, a whole lot of tough SEC games fall on the schedule. Sept. 27 is the first, welcoming the Auburn Tigers to Kyle Field. An important season is ahead for head coach Mike Elko, potentially doing so without a key defensive back.