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Rice Football Player Leaves Field In Stretcher After 'Horrific' Injury
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Unfortunately, Rice defensive back Daveon Hook left the Armed Forces Bowl in a stretcher this Friday.
Hook, a senior from Texas , has been part of Rice's football program since 2022. He was second on the team with 42 solo tackles during the 2024 season. Off the field, he has earned American Conference All-Academic honors twice.
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During the third quarter of the Armed Forces Bowl, Hook tried to make a play after Texas State fumbled the football. However, he suffered direct contact to his head/neck area and fell to the ground.
Rice's medical staff immediately ran onto the field to give Hook immediate treatment. He was motionless for a few minutes before being taken off the field in a stretcher.
Thankfully, Hook was able to move his arms as he was leaving the field.
Oct 31, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Memphis Tigers wide receiver Cortez Braham Jr. (4) runs after the catch against Rice Owls safety Daveon Hook (29) in the first quarter at Rice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images© Thomas Shea-Imagn Images.
Fans are sending prayers to Hook.
"Daveon Hook of Rice being taken off the field after a hit to the back of his head/neck," one person said. "They removed his face mask and brought in a back board and cart. Scary moment!"
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"That's scary," a second person commented. "I hope that Rice football player is okay."
"Terrible for Daveon Hook. Hope he's ok," another fan wrote.
"Prayers up for Daveon Cook," a social media user added.
ESPN announcers Lowell Galindo and Aaron Murray reported that Hook's family members are now by his side.
An official update on Hook's injury hasn't been revealed at this time.
We're hoping Hook makes a full and speedy recovery.
This story was originally published by The Spun on Jan 2, 2026, where it first appeared in the College Football section. Add The Spun as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
