Iowa State’s Benjamin Brahmer Injured, Carted Off Against Arizona State

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Iowa State’s Benjamin Brahmer Injured, Carted Off Against Arizona State

Iowa State’s Benjamin Brahmer Injured Against Arizona State

Iowa State’s starting tight end, Benjamin Brahmer, faced a serious injury during a critical moment in the game against Arizona State. This incident occurred on Saturday, November 1, during the fourth quarter of a closely contested matchup.

Details of the Injury

With just under nine minutes remaining in the fourth quarter and the Cyclones trailing 24-19, Brahmer sustained a hard hit while being targeted by quarterback Rocco Becht. Initially, he seemed to recover and attempted to return to the huddle. However, he quickly fell to the ground, prompting medical personnel to attend to him promptly.

Medical Attention and Update

Brahmer was carted off the field after receiving assistance. Players from both teams showed their respect by kneeling as he was tended to. Fortunately, he managed to give a thumbs-up to the crowd as he was taken away. According to Iowa State communications, he remained alert and was transported to Mary Greeley Medical Center for precautionary measures.

Brahmer’s Performance Before Injury

Before the injury, Brahmer had an impressive performance in the game. His statistics included:

  • 3 catches
  • 48 receiving yards
  • 1 touchdown

In addition to his game performance, Brahmer’s season stats leading up to this game were notable:

Year Catches Receiving Yards Touchdowns
2023 28 352 2
2024 10 179 1
2025 (as of Nov. 1) 29 317 3

The incident raised concerns among fans and team members alike, but updates suggest Brahmer is in stable condition. The Iowa State community hopes for his swift recovery as they look ahead to the remainder of the season.