'GET WELL SOON'
Buffalo Bills star Alec Anderson rushed to hospital after suffering worrying heat-related illness after practice
Anderson's teammates also opened up on Anderson's situation
THE Buffalo Bills have issued an update on offensive lineman Alec Anderson.
Following Tuesday's practice at Buffalo's facility in Pittsford, New York, the 24-year-old was rushed to the hospital.
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The team later revealed in a statement on X that the third-year lineman had suffered from "heat-related illness symptoms after today's practice."
They added that both head coach Sean McDermott and general manager Brandon Beane had since called Anderson, adding that "he was in good spirits."
"He is expected to be released from the hospital later this afternoon."
Temperatures in Pittsford hit a high of around 89 Fahrenheit on Tuesday.
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Well-wishers flocked to the comments section after learning of Anderson's condition.
"Get well soon bro," one said.
"They need to be on these boys about staying hydrated," suggested a second.
"Thinking of him and hoping for a quick recovery!!" added another.
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After practice, fellow lineman Dion Dawkins was asked by reporters about their concern for Anderson.
"It's not as nerve-wracking as you would think because our medical staff is top tier," he said.
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"Alec is a tough dude. Regardless of what it is, he'll be alright."
Quarterback Josh Allen was also reportedly overheard telling teammates that he believed Anderson "would be OK," as per the Democrat & Chronicle.
Anderson has yet to make an appearance for Buffalo since being picked up as an undrafted free agent out of UCLA in 2022.
Elsewhere on Tuesday, Buffalo added veteran safety Kareem Jackson.
The 36-year-old former Houston Texan was signed to a one-year deal, as the former first-round pick looks to suit up for what would be his 16th NFL season.
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In 203 career games, Jackson has racked up 110 defended passes, 22 interceptions, 954 tackles, and three touchdowns.
This addition comes a day after McDermott revealed that fellow safety Mike Edwards had suffered a hamstring injury, as per the Bills.
The 28-year-old two-time Super Bowl champion, who is in his first year with Buffalo, is classified as week-to-week.
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Edwards played every game, including the Super Bowl, for the Kansas City Chiefs in 2023.
This included nine straight starts to close out the regular/post-season.
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