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Jaelon Acklin, Redblacks wide receiver, discharged from hospital with negative scan results

Jaelon Acklin, Redblacks wide receiver, discharged from hospital with negative scan results

August 25, 2024

The Ottawa Redblacks said wide receiver Jaelon Acklin was released from a hospital early Sunday morning and all scans were negative after he left the field in an ambulance during Saturday’s home game against the BC Lions.

The incident occurred with just over eight minutes left in the fourth quarter when Acklin jumped up in the end zone at TD Place Stadium for a high pass and collided with Lions defensive back T.J. Lee. Acklin crashed to the turf and landed hard on his back.

Acklin stayed on the turf for several minutes as the training staff attended to him. An ambulance was eventually brought onto the field and Acklin was placed on a stability board before being loaded onto a stretcher and into the ambulance.

“I think you’re just hoping that he’s OK,” said Ottawa quarterback Dru Brown after the game.

“It’s a very humbling moment. You know, we’re so focused on winning the game and doing our job and, yeah, it’s kind of the sad reality of what we do and that’s kind of the risk we take.”

The 29-year-old Acklin had three catches for 43 yards and a touchdown before he was forced to leave.

— With files from the Canadian Press

Jaelon Acklin, the Ottawa Redblacks wide receiver, has been discharged from the hospital after undergoing a series of tests following a scary hit during a recent game. The good news is that Acklin’s scan results came back negative, indicating that there are no serious injuries to be concerned about.

The incident occurred during the second quarter of the game when Acklin went up for a catch and was hit hard by a defender. He immediately went down and was taken off the field on a stretcher as a precaution. The team’s medical staff acted quickly and took all necessary precautions to ensure Acklin’s safety.

After spending some time in the hospital for observation and testing, Acklin was given the all-clear to go home. This is great news for both Acklin and the Redblacks, as it means that he will be able to recover and hopefully return to the field soon.

In a statement released by the team, head coach Paul LaPolice expressed relief that Acklin’s injuries were not more serious. He also praised Acklin for his toughness and resilience, stating that he is looking forward to having him back on the field as soon as possible.

Acklin himself took to social media to thank fans for their support and well-wishes during his time in the hospital. He assured everyone that he is feeling okay and is grateful for the care he received from the medical staff.

While it is always concerning to see a player go down with a potentially serious injury, it is a huge relief when they are able to walk away with no major issues. Acklin’s quick recovery is a testament to his strength and determination, and fans can look forward to seeing him back in action soon.