In a tense moment during the Florida State University (FSU) football game against Stanford, quarterback Tommy Castellanos exited the field following a late hit. The incident occurred in the fourth quarter as Castellanos attempted to slide after an impressive 35-yard run. He was hit by Stanford’s Mitch Leigber, leading to a concerning situation on the field.
Details of the Incident
After the hit, Castellanos’ head struck the turf forcefully, momentarily rendering him motionless. Medical staff quickly attended to him on the field, while Leigber received an ejection for targeting due to the late hit. Following the incident, Castellanos was transported to the medical tent for evaluation.
Performance Before Injury
At the time of his exit, Castellanos had completed 14 of 28 passes, accumulating 242 passing yards. He also contributed 33 rushing yards and scored a touchdown. The Seminoles were trailing behind Stanford, 20-13, with only two minutes remaining in the game, increasing the stakes for the team’s chances to tie the score.
Game Context and Future Schedule
FSU faced a challenging schedule this season, struggling with a record of 3-3, including 0-3 in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). The loss against Stanford added to the disappointment of previous games against Virginia, Miami, and Pittsburgh.
Upcoming Match Ups
Florida State’s coming games include:
- October 25: Bye
- November 1: vs Wake Forest
- November 8: at Clemson
- November 15: vs Virginia Tech
- November 21: at NC State
- November 29: at Florida
As the coaching staff and fans remain hopeful, the team’s performance in upcoming games will be critical for their season strategy. The development regarding Castellanos’ health will also be closely monitored as FSU moves forward.
