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Chiefs' BJ Thompson Released from Hospital After Cardiac Arrest

The 25-year-old defensive lineman continues his recovery at home after a medical emergency during a team meeting.

  • Thompson suffered a seizure and cardiac arrest during a special teams meeting last Thursday.
  • Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker quickly alerted medical staff, who administered CPR and used a defibrillator.
  • Thompson was sedated and on a ventilator overnight but regained consciousness the next day.
  • He was discharged from the hospital on Monday night and is now recovering at home.
  • Thompson's family and team have expressed gratitude for the swift medical response.
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