By Oliver Salt

Published: 12:59 EST, 7 June 2024 | Updated: 13:58 EST, 7 June 2024

The Kansas City Chiefs returned to practice on Friday, a day after their session was postponed due to a medical emergency involving BJ Thompson, who suffered a seizure and went into cardiac arrest. Thompson is now awake and responsive in the hospital, with a positive prognosis.

Chiefs stars, including Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce, were back on the field for their final day of OTAs. Mecole Hardman Jnr, who recently re-signed with the team, was also present, but Xavier Worthy remained absent as he recovers from a hamstring injury.

Thompson’s agent, Christ Turnage, provided an update on his client’s condition, stating that he was unconscious but stable. The Chiefs’ defensive coordinator, Steve Spagnuolo, also shared his thoughts, expressing concern for Thompson and praising the team’s medical staff for their quick response.

On Thursday evening, the Chiefs proceeded with a charity softball event hosted by Justin Reid and Trey Smith, previously organized by Marquez Valdes-Scantling. The team’s thoughts remained with Thompson as they navigated this challenging time.

Patrick Mahomes (No. 15) and Travis Kelce (right) returned to practice on Friday

Kansas City postponed Thursday’s session after BJ Thompson suffered a seizure and went into cardiac arrest

The Kansas City Chiefs returned to the practice field on Friday, a day after a frightening medical emergency involving one of their players. On Thursday, backup defensive lineman BJ Thompson suffered a seizure during a special teams meeting and went into cardiac arrest, leading the team to postpone all activities.

According to reports, Thompson is now awake and responsive in the hospital, and his prognosis is good. The Chiefs’ stars, including quarterback Patrick Mahomes and tight end Travis Kelce, were back on the field for their final day of organized team activities (OTAs) as Thompson continues his recovery.

Mecole Hardman Jnr, who recently re-signed with the Chiefs on a one-year deal, was also present at practice, donning his familiar No. 17 jersey. However, wide receiver Xavier Worthy remained absent as he works his way back from a hamstring injury.

Thompson, pictured celebrating the Super Bowl win, suffered a seizure during a special teams meeting

After the scary incident, Thompson’s agent, Christ Turnage, visited him in the hospital and provided an update on his condition. “BJ Thompson is unconscious but in stable condition,” Turnage reported on Thursday.

On Friday, Turnage shared more positive news, stating that Thompson was responsive and that his prognosis was good. The Chiefs organization and Thompson’s teammates were undoubtedly relieved to hear this update.

Kansas City’s defensive coordinator, Steve Spagnuolo, was the first to speak out about the incident on Thursday. “Let me say this before I say anything, I’m thinking about BJ right now,” Spagnuolo volunteered before taking questions from reporters. “It was scary. I think the guys were a little bit scared, I know I was. But a lot of praying and [head athletic trainer] Rick [Burkholder] and his staff did a terrific job.”

Steve Spagnuolo, Kansas City’s defensive coordinator, shared his thoughts on the incident

Spagnuolo also praised the team’s medical staff for their quick response, acknowledging that the situation was scary for everyone involved. He added that he was not in the room when the incident occurred as it took place during a special teams meeting.

Despite the challenging circumstances, the Chiefs pushed through with a charity softball event on Thursday evening. The event, hosted by Justin Reid and Trey Smith, was previously organized by Marquez Valdes-Scantling, who was traded to the Buffalo Bills during the offseason.

As the Chiefs returned to practice, their thoughts remained with Thompson as he recovers in the hospital. The team will undoubtedly continue to provide support to their teammate during this difficult time.

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