“HE IS IMPROVING EVERY DAY.” Earlier this month, I wrote that former
Ohio State offensive tackle George Fitzpatrick received praise from Kansas State head coach Chris Klieman during Big 12 Media Days — praise that indicated he could be the Wildcats’ Game 1 starter this fall.
“We needed some older guys as these younger guys grew,” Klieman said, “and George Fitzpatrick is one that was here in the spring that elevated himself to the top of the depth chart at left tackle.”
Unfortunately, Fitzpatrick suffered a medical emergency during a summer practice on July 16. According to
WIBW’s Jason Kinander, Riley County Emergency Medical Services responded to a call at Kansas State’s practice facility at 4:36 p.m. From there, EMTs transported Fitzpatrick to Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan and, soon after, St. Francis in Topeka.
“George had a medical situation to which the training staff quickly responded,” the Kansas State football program told WIBW in a statement. “He is improving every day, and we appreciate all who have cared for and supported him as he continues to recover.”
One of the people who has cared for and supported Fitzpatrick is Ian Moore. The Ohio State offensive lineman posted on X over the weekend and asked his followers to keep Fitzpatrick in their thoughts and prayers.
“Please pray for a speedy recovery and no complications,” Moore posted.
I’ll ask you, dear reader, to do the same this week, please!
K-State offensive lineman George Fitzpatrick had a medical emergency during summer practice last week.
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