Chris Simms In Critical Condition

[Brando19]

Steve Lyttle, of the Charlotte Observer, reports Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Chris Simms (undisclosed) is in critical condition at a Tampa hospital. There is no indication as to the cause of his medical problems. He was taken by ambulance shortly after the team's 26-24 loss to the Carolina Panthers Sunday, Sept. 24. He appeared to experience medical problems during the game, having to leave during the third quarter. Announcers noted he had suffered from dehydration. Head coach Jon Gruden said following the game Simms had also hurt his ribs and that he did not know if the ribs, dehydration or a combination of both were why he left the game.

This is from kffl.com
Again...the reporter said he is not in critical condition as previously reported.

[Brando19]

Ruptured spleen - had it removed; injury occured in 2nd Quarter; received blood transfusions and has been stabalized.

What? Who said this?

[Fosco33]

Ruptured spleen - had it removed; injury occured in 2nd Quarter; received blood transfusions and has been stabalized.

What? Who said this?

ESPN

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Ruptured spleen - had it removed; injury occured in 2nd Quarter; received blood transfusions and has been stabalized.

What? Who said this?

2nded

[Brando19]

Ruptured spleen - had it removed; injury occured in 2nd Quarter; received blood transfusions and has been stabalized.

What? Who said this?

2nded

Wow...thanks for the update.

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Ruptured spleen - had it removed; injury occured in 2nd Quarter; received blood transfusions and has been stabalized.

What? Who said this?

2nded

Wow...thanks for the update.

I meant seconded as in I want to know where he heard that. BTW, be sure to check out the lost season 3 discussion in the Romper Room!

[Brando19]

Ruptured spleen - had it removed; injury occured in 2nd Quarter; received blood transfusions and has been stabalized.

What? Who said this?

2nded

Wow...thanks for the update.

I meant seconded as in I want to know where he heard that. BTW, be sure to check out the lost season 3 discussion in the Romper Room!

Oh...thanks for clearing that up...I thought you heard it too. Lost season 3 discussion? I'm there!

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Al Michaels is seconding the statements Lost made. He is in the hospital but not in critical condition. What a weird situation.

[Rastak]

Al Michaels is seconding the statements Lost made. He is in the hospital but not in critical condition. What a weird situation.

No kidding...hopefully he's fine.

[Rastak]

From ESPN


Buccaneers quarterback Chris Simms had his spleen removed at a Tampa, Fla., hospital after rupturing it in Sunday's 26-24 loss to Carolina, ESPN's Chris Mortensen reports.


Simms

According to a source close to Simms' family, the quarterback's condition has been stabilized after surgery, during which he received blood transfusions.

It is thought the injury occurred in the second quarter. Simms took several hard hits and left the game for two plays in the second half but returned to help the Bucs take the lead in the fourth quarter.

Simms also has bruised ribs. He is being treated at St. Joseph's Hospital.

Lisa Patterson, a spokeswoman for St. Joseph's Hospital, said any other information would have to come from the Buccaneers, who declined to comment or confirm that the fourth-year pro was being treated a few blocks from Raymond James Stadium.

Simms walked from the field on his own power late in the third quarter and again at the end the game, which Carolina won when John Kasay kicked a 42-yard field goal with 2 seconds remaining. He completed 13 of 24 passes for 139 yards, one touchdown and one interception.

Simms usually is made available for postgame interviews, however the Bucs said he would not speak to reporters because he was being examined by trainers and doctors.

[Brando19]

From ESPN


Buccaneers quarterback Chris Simms had his spleen removed at a Tampa, Fla., hospital after rupturing it in Sunday's 26-24 loss to Carolina, ESPN's Chris Mortensen reports.


Simms

According to a source close to Simms' family, the quarterback's condition has been stabilized after surgery, during which he received blood transfusions.

It is thought the injury occurred in the second quarter. Simms took several hard hits and left the game for two plays in the second half but returned to help the Bucs take the lead in the fourth quarter.

Simms also has bruised ribs. He is being treated at St. Joseph's Hospital.

Lisa Patterson, a spokeswoman for St. Joseph's Hospital, said any other information would have to come from the Buccaneers, who declined to comment or confirm that the fourth-year pro was being treated a few blocks from Raymond James Stadium.

Simms walked from the field on his own power late in the third quarter and again at the end the game, which Carolina won when John Kasay kicked a 42-yard field goal with 2 seconds remaining. He completed 13 of 24 passes for 139 yards, one touchdown and one interception.

Simms usually is made available for postgame interviews, however the Bucs said he would not speak to reporters because he was being examined by trainers and doctors.

I was just about to post this article. Wow...I'm glad he's ok. I wonder how long he'll be out? I bet he hopes the backup doesn't start playing pretty good or he'll be benched.

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Al Michaels just reported this also. Alright, we've solved the mystery!

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pft is saying he's out 2 months. but i could swear i just heard nbc say he's out for the rest of the year

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pft is saying he's out 2 months. but i could swear i just heard nbc say he's out for the rest of the year

Either way, it a shame. I always liked him when he was at Texas and I hoped the Packers would take him in the 3rd a few years back. I think he'll be a good player in this league and wish him a strong recovery.

[BallHawk]

Wow, this is the season from hell for Tampa. An 0-3 start, with their QB hurt and out for the rest of the year.