Kansas City Chiefs defensive end BJ Thompson, a fifth-round draft pick in 2023, suffered a seizure and went into cardiac arrest during a team meeting. Thompson is in stable condition at the hospital, with all team activities canceled for the day. Harrison Butker was praised for his quick actions in seeking help for Thompson. Chiefs head trainer Rick Burkholder confirmed Thompson's positive progress, being awake and alert after the incident.
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Chiefs DE BJ Thompson out of hospital after frightening medical episode https://t.co/Uf5HJTRNcp
Chiefs' BJ Thompson Released from Hospital After Seizure and Cardiac Arrest https://t.co/csBNPs0Yar
Chiefs defensive end BJ Thompson was released from the hospital Monday, four days after he had a seizure in a special-teams meeting and went into cardiac arrest, Thompson’s agent told NFL Network. 🔗 https://t.co/hJH31rxsE3
Via @Forbes/@ForbesSports: Here's what you need to know about #Chiefs DE BJ Thompson's medical prognosis: https://t.co/004PtnWMsi
Chiefs' BJ Thompson out of the hospital after medical episode, agent says https://t.co/c0sg634Ho8
Kansas City Chiefs player BJ Thompson is released from hospital four days after suffering cardiac arrest during team meeting https://t.co/P8MnzaY6cl https://t.co/WU5oKFtVgi
Chiefs' BJ Thompson released from hospital days after cardiac event. https://t.co/Co3AA8E3r2 https://t.co/0VwZMdpY4A
Chiefs’ BJ Thompson released from hospital after seizure, cardiac arrest https://t.co/IG74Ks80ba https://t.co/hs4CfBYGWj
Chiefs DL BJ Thompson is home from the hospital. https://t.co/ssTQmhHFri
More good news: Four days after suffering a seizure and going into cardiac arrest during a meeting, #Chiefs DL BJ Thompson was released from the hospital tonight, per his agent Chris Turnage. A significant step for Thompson, who continues to progress on the road to recovery. https://t.co/1bk2lscONJ
KC Chiefs player goes into cardiac arrest after seizure — and Harrison Butker steps up https://t.co/Q0hggK0H0X https://t.co/lvSCxGfuPZ
From AM on @sportscenter: Latest on B.J. Thompson, and a look at #Broncos QB room and how Bo Nix has fared (with @RandyScottESPN) https://t.co/5LWWYpGwyD
Watch: Chiefs trainer credits Harrison Butker for alerting medical staff when teammate BJ Thompson suffered a seizure this week https://t.co/xFlWqoQDr7
Kansas City Chiefs issue update on BJ Thompson following cardiac arrest https://t.co/XErQLbYRPx
Kansas City Chiefs player needed heart restarted afte cardiac arrest at team meeting https://t.co/CiqMFkxUWI https://t.co/2i3yuPQO4v
Chiefs' BJ Thompson 'alert, awake' after suffering seizure and going into cardiac arrest https://t.co/AgdfY5InSh
Chiefs' BJ Thompson 'alert, awake' after seizure https://t.co/S1ZWIqsmAr https://t.co/pNuseJPQyB
BJ Thompson, a defensive end with the Kansas City Chiefs, is “awake and alert” after suffering a seizure and going into cardiac arrest during a team meeting. https://t.co/mY06ovq4Kb
Harrison Butker aided Chiefs teammate BJ Thompson during seizure, cardiac arrest https://t.co/0hSxvDpiWO https://t.co/hVJlys3AUW
Harrison Butker helped save BJ Thompson, Chiefs coach reveals after his teammate went into cardiac arrest and had a seizure in a team meeting https://t.co/iEGb2I6Abx https://t.co/LyHzwckgo8
NEWS: Chiefs' DE BJ Thompson is awake and responsive almost 24 hours after he had a seizure in a special-teams meeting and went into cardiac arrest. https://t.co/jvSK95PjGL
Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker saw BJ Thompson experiencing a cardiac arrest and immediately ran to the training room to grab trainer Julie Frymeye for help, an act that saved BJ Thompson life 👏🏽🙌🏽 https://t.co/elTVXRuUsz
Kansas City Chiefs’ BJ Thompson is alert and responsive a day after having a seizure and going into cardiac arrest https://t.co/cMI7H9cpvo
Andy Reid on BJ Thompson: Thank goodness we have support unit that knows what to do. https://t.co/WM4DZls2uU
Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker helped save his Chiefs teammate’s life when PJ Thompson had a heart attack during a special teams meeting. https://t.co/0Y1cEUaGez
Remember when people signed petitions and the local newspaper in Kansas City ran editorials wanting Harrison Butker kicked off the Chiefs? When KC's BJ Thompson started having seizures during a meeting Thursday, one player went for help: Butker. https://t.co/jLL5C6dZVk
Chiefs defensive lineman B.J. Thompson remained hospitalized but was awake and responsive on Friday, one day after the second-year pro experienced a seizure during a team meeting and went into cardiac arrest at the Kansas City practice facility. https://t.co/hNJSzP2V4H
Harrison Butker 'Immediately Ran' for Help After BJ Thompson Began Seizing, Chiefs Say https://t.co/0oJaG3YMLx
"Our players, our security staff, everybody involved, coaches and staff, they were phenomenal in handling the crisis.” — #Chiefs VP of Sports Medicine and Performance Rick Burkholder details the response to DL BJ Thompson’s seizure & cardiac arrest 👇👇👇 https://t.co/RZHASkxhiP
BJ Thompson is awake after suffering a seizure Thursday at the Kansas City Chiefs' facility. https://t.co/kcffxTJg8S
Chiefs DE BJ Thompson is alert and responsive one day after going into cardiac arrest at the team facility, per @JFowlerESPN. https://t.co/1pih66pViz https://t.co/BU0sE8nqlL
BJ Thompson seems fortunate the medical emergency happened while he was in the Chiefs facility, where Rick Burkholder is among the best in all of sports. The responsiveness of his teammates also seemed to have played a significant role. https://t.co/MrDLl8krIB
Kansas City Chiefs defensive end BJ Thompson is awake one day after being rushed to the hospital for a medical emergency, his agent, Chris Turnage, told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. https://t.co/guZrIHZlH6
Chiefs VP of sports medicine and performance Rick Burkholder gives an update on BJ Thompson: "He’s awake and he’s alert. He’s headed in the absolute right direction." https://t.co/Zm5q68N0PW
#Chiefs VP of sports medicine and performance Rick Burkholder detailed the team’s response to BJ Thompson’s medical emergency Thursday — including quick action by kicker Harrison Butker to run for help when Thompson began seizing in a meeting. Thompson is now awake and alert. https://t.co/ka6e3Hjwfr
Harrison Butker ran to get the trainers after BJ Thompson went into cardiac arrest on Thursday. Thompson was brought out of sedation this morning, and is recovering well. (via @MySportsUpdate) https://t.co/4v7NNy2j2Y
Justin Reid: "Credit to our training room & be fast for BJ (Thompson). Harrison (Butker) is that guy and he loves all of us. It's much deeper than football. In a moment like that, you have to put yourself in action."
A Timeline of BJ Thompson’s Medical Emergency https://t.co/3NPxzKeX1b
#Chiefs head trainer Rick Burkholder told reporters that Harrison Butker ran to the training room to get trainers after BJ Thompson suffered a seizure and went into cardiac arrest on Thursday. Thompson was brought out of sedation this morning. He is alert, awake, and recovering… https://t.co/cZ2wSbONHi
BJ Thompson 'Alert' and 'Awake' Following Seizure and Cardiac Arrest at Chiefs Facility, Team Confirms https://t.co/xkgib2lTc7
When #Chiefs DL BJ Thompson suffered a seizure, it was Harrison Butker who ran and got the trainers.
Before Andy Reid spoke following today's practice, Rick Burkholder, the Chiefs' head trainer, said BJ Thompson spent last night at KU Medical Center & was put on a ventilator. Burkholder said Thompson is how awake & alert.
Chiefs head trainer Rick Burkholder confirms it was DL BJ Thompson who suffered a seizure and eventually cardiac arrest. Harrison Butker ran to the training room to grab trainers Julie Frymeyer and David Glover. Eventually, more trainers joined to assist. Burkholder complimented…
Chiefs trainer Rick Burkholder is talking about yesterday's episode with BJ Thompson. Said Thompson is alert, awake and "coming through quite well . . . headed into the absolute right direction.''
Chiefs' BJ Thompson is 'awake and responsive' after suffering a seizure and going into cardiac arrest https://t.co/GaQzzQGCST https://t.co/EECpplWdDS
Chiefs’ BJ Thompson ‘awake and responsive’ after suffering cardiac arrest in team meeting https://t.co/qAWSGBtXcp https://t.co/hlmYQ9hrMR
Chiefs DL BJ Thompson responsive following seizure, cardiac arrest, per @TomPelissero https://t.co/2DalFbCnjE https://t.co/ziL62ybEFg
Chiefs' B.J. Thompson is reportedly doing okay after cardiac event during team meeting yesterday. https://t.co/dnKmmNVg2N
Agent Chris Turnage confirms Thompson is now awake. https://t.co/CXXCXnte1Z
BJ Thompson awake and responsive after going into cardiac arrest at Chiefs facility. https://t.co/1I4YDZ8OCN
Great News: #Chiefs DE BJ Thompson is now awake and responsive after going into cardiac arrest during a team meeting yesterday, according to his agent. https://t.co/Q0eaQzkw5X https://t.co/HMaiLtAN0h
Chiefs DE BJ Thompson is awake and responsive one day after he suffered a seizure and went into cardiac arrest during a special teams meeting, per @TomPelissero. 🙏 https://t.co/rmjtHrEdWB
A positive update: #Chiefs DE BJ Thompson is awake and responsive, according to his agent, Chris Turnage. One day after Thompson suffered a seizure and went into cardiac arrest during a special teams meeting, the second-year pro’s prognosis is good. https://t.co/YdjUTJtH3X
BJ Thompson Unconscious Following Cardiac Arrest During Kansas City Chiefs Practice: Report https://t.co/f6xEZnktuf
Kansas City Chiefs defensive end BJ Thompson is “still unconscious” but “stable” following a terrifying medical episode Thursday when he suffered a seizure in a special teams meeting and went into cardiac arrest. https://t.co/Vg3g1ceI1w
Doctors optimistic about BJ Thompson's recovery https://t.co/9Zafd6odRn
Our news story on B.J. Thompson, with an update from Thompson's agent: Remains in stable condition and unconscious but doctors are optimistic about his recovery. https://t.co/sDkcz3rzfd
Kansas City Chiefs defensive end BJ Thompson is recovering after sources say the 25-year-old player appeared to suffer a seizure and go into cardiac arrest during a team meeting. @breakingchesky reports. https://t.co/ErCbXBl2ob
Kansas City Chiefs player BJ Thompson 'is STILL unconscious' after cardiac arrest, his agent reveals as his family 'asks for continued prayers' https://t.co/INwjtDI5Eb https://t.co/zFFzB0mQyg
Chiefs’ BJ Thompson ‘still unconscious’ but ‘stable’ after scary medical episode https://t.co/FvympmIXQy https://t.co/BQEOdCnmdM
“Safe and Effective” Sources: Chiefs DL in hospital after cardiac arrest - via @ESPN App https://t.co/dNH3uKKpCr
Chiefs' BJ Thompson remains unconscious but stable after seizure and cardiac arrest. https://t.co/sRTxOkSweq
Chiefs lineman B.J. Thompson reportedly suffers cardiac event during team meeting https://t.co/W39prDJYJb
Kansas City Chiefs coach breaks team's silence on BJ Thompson's cardiac arrest after defenseman suffered seizure in team meeting https://t.co/lCF0phRemD https://t.co/DfP2Rtm3Dl
From #Chiefs DE BJ Thompson’s agent, Chris Turnage, who visited Thompson in the hospital after he suffered a seizure and went into cardiac arrest today: “BJ is still unconscious at this point, but he’s stable and vitals are good. His family asks for your continued prayers.” https://t.co/iXP6SdbDUw
Kansas City Chiefs backup B.J. Thompson was taken to a hospital in stable condition Thursday after the defensive lineman experienced a cardiac event during a team meeting, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press. https://t.co/Tkgtw6yoAZ
Kansas City Chiefs' BJ Thompson Suffers Cardiac Arrest During Team Meeting https://t.co/Imt82haS6G
Backup defensive lineman BJ Thompson experienced a seizure and went into cardiac arrest, CBS Sports reported. https://t.co/9Ya1V5LPFE
BJ Thompson, a defensive end with the Kansas City Chiefs, suffered a seizure and went into cardiac arrest during a team meeting. https://t.co/VEiar5WsuG
🚨Nothing to see here… 25 year old Kansas City Chiefs player BJ Thompson had a seizure and suffered a cardiac arrest during a team meeting. He’s now in stable condition at hospital. https://t.co/nnna4MbLkb
The Kansas City Chiefs has canceled all team activities on Thursday following a medical incident involving defensive lineman BJ Thompson. According to NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero, Thompson suffered a seizure during a special teams meeting and went into cardiac arrest. https://t.co/OHxkkvfkaY
B.J. Thompson, defensive lineman for the Kansas City Chiefs, suffered a seizure and went into cardiac arrest during a team meeting on Thursday, a source familiar with the matter told The Associated Press. https://t.co/YwcreTAuUG
BJ Thompson is recovering after he suffered a sudden cardiac arrest during a special Kansas City Chiefs team meeting. https://t.co/pfN1G7W6GQ
🚨🇺🇸BREAKING: NFL PLAYER SUFFERS SEIZURE AND CARDIAC ARREST DURING TEAM MEETING Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman BJ Thompson, 25, is now stable after the team's medical personnel acted swiftly. Head coach Andy Reid: "We are thankful for the quick response from our medical… https://t.co/42G0Uq81C6
🚨🇺🇸BREAKING: NFL PLAYER SUFFERS SEIZURE AND CARDIAC ARREST DURING TEAM MEETING Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman BJ Thompson, 25, is now stable after the team's medical personnel acted swiftly in the emergency room. Head coach Andy Reid: "We are thankful for the quick… https://t.co/AWV2eUVNAs
Chiefs cancel OTA practice after backup player has medical emergency, in stable condition: Source 🔗 https://t.co/ABbTLd6VMh
Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman B.J. Thompson went into cardiac arrest during practice but was later in stable condition. https://t.co/S5UVvRsPc3
Wishing @Chiefs DT BJ Thompson a full recovery following his cardiac arrest during a team meeting earlier today. We're grateful for the Chiefs' medical staff that responded quickly before an ambulance arrived. https://t.co/w6xjXoEIex
Chiefs backup lineman taken to hospital after cardiac event during team meeting: Report. https://t.co/7pnSd8Hq1q https://t.co/fBt5b30aEb
Kansas City Chiefs’ BJ Thompson in hospital after cardiac arrest at team meeting https://t.co/BV6PZnx9yp
Thompson, 25, was taken to the hospital by ambulance from the team's practice facility Thursday morning. https://t.co/DJp3HDipVz
“According to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero, Thompson, 25, suffered a seizure and went into cardiac arrest during a meeting at the Chiefs facility in Kansas City on Thursday morning. A source told Pelissero that the defensive lineman was taken to the hospital in an ambulance,… https://t.co/rxS8w9RzlG
Chiefs cancel practice after player goes into cardiac arrest: https://t.co/U17KbFLdGr
Report: Chiefs' B.J. Thompson hospitalized after cardiac event during team meeting. https://t.co/upnqndMJk1 https://t.co/jW4ch2jn9v
Kansas City Chiefs Postpone Practice After Defensive Lineman BJ Thompson Suffers Cardiac Arrest https://t.co/ckR3EfwG30
Chiefs DL BJ Thompson hospitalized in stable condition after cardiac arrest. https://t.co/AeZRvEOG4a
The Chiefs canceled all team activities today after lineman BJ Thompson had a seizure and went into cardiac arrest, per @TomPelissero. An ambulance was called and the player is currently in stable condition. https://t.co/lOp1mrxA3F
Chiefs’ BJ Thompson suffers seizure, goes into cardiac arrest during team meeting https://t.co/55XIjDSM7H https://t.co/M1AS945KYq
More on the #Chiefs canceling all team activities after second-year DL BJ Thompson suffered a seizure and went into cardiac arrest during a special teams meeting this morning: https://t.co/gWayrChX2u
Chiefs DL BJ Thompson in stable condition after suffering seizure, going into cardiac arrest at team facility, per @TomPelissero https://t.co/NFAuQeJmRb
Chiefs cancel OTA session after player suffers 'medical emergency' in team meeting https://t.co/EA3MgYu2HG
Kansas City Chiefs player BJ Thompson goes into cardiac arrest after having a seizure in a team meeting and is now stable in hospital https://t.co/W5TDjuSUkI https://t.co/pvqwMIFyJU
Chiefs defensive lineman BJ Thompson is in stable condition after having a seizure and going into cardiac arrest during a team meeting, per @TomPelissero. All team activities have been canceled for today. https://t.co/IrVgNiWMRt
What we know so far about the medical emergency at the Chiefs training complex Thursday morning involving DE BJ Thompson. We will have updates here as they become available today. https://t.co/eoeD410ZQn
#Chiefs DL BJ Thompson is in stable condition after suffering a seizure and going into cardiac arrest during a meeting this morning, per source. A fifth-round pick in 2023 out of Stephen F. Austin, Thompson appeared in one game as a rookie for the Super Bowl champs. https://t.co/aGTzMF7F7H
The Chiefs player who was taken to the hospital today was defensive end B.J. Thompson, a fifth round draft pick last year, according to a source
Chiefs cancel team activities after backup defensive lineman suffered seizure during special teams meeting, went into cardiac arrest, per @TomPelissero https://t.co/NFAuQeJmRb