Iowa St. TE Benjamin Brahmer carted off field after collapsing

Field Level Media|published: Sat 1st November, 16:38 2025

Iowa State Cyclones' tight end Benjamin Brahmer (18) runs with the ball after making a catch ball around Arizona State Sun Devils linebacker Keyshaun Elliott (44) during the first quarter in the Big-12 showdown at jack Trice Stadium on Nov. 1, 2025, in Ames, Iowa.

Iowa State tight end Benjamin Brahmer was carted off the field with an apparent serious injury during the fourth quarter of the Cyclones' contest against Arizona State on Saturday at Ames, Iowa.

Brahmer is alert and was taken to Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames to be evaluated as a precaution, per Iowa State.

Brahmer took a hard hit from Sun Devils cornerback Keith Abney II on an incomplete pass with 8:50 left in the contest and appeared disoriented as he stood up. A trainer rushed out to help him and he was wobbly while taking a few steps before collapsing to the ground.

Paramedics stabilized Brahmer and placed him on the cart. During the ride off the field, Brahmer was alert and seen moving his fingers.

Brahmer caught a 17-yard touchdown pass in the second quarter, his fourth scoring reception of the season. He caught three passes for 48 yards before exiting the game.

--Field Level Media

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