Georgia Tech defensive back Jaylen Mbakwe hospitalized after injury against Tennessee
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 3:45 AM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Georgia Tech defensive back Jaylen Mbakwe was hospitalized following an injury during the third quarter of Saturday's game against Tennessee at Bobby Dodd Stadium. Medical staff carted Mbakwe off the field during the second half of the contest in Atlanta. Head coach Brent Key did not provide a specific diagnosis regarding the injury, though he confirmed that the player was moving and able to speak after being transported to Grady Hospital. Tennessee completed the game with a 45-24 victory over Georgia Tech. No further information regarding Mbakwe's medical status or recovery timeline has been released by the program.
- •Jaylen Mbakwe was injured during the third quarter of Saturday's game.
- •The defensive back was transported to Grady Hospital after leaving the field.
- •Brent Key reported that Mbakwe was conscious and able to move.
- •Tennessee defeated Georgia Tech 45-24 at Bobby Dodd Stadium.
- •No official diagnosis for the injury has been provided by Georgia Tech.
- 3:45 AMYahoo Sports — Georgia Tech player hospitalized
"A Georgia Tech player was hospitalized after being hurt in the third quarter of Saturday’s game vs. Tennessee at Bobby Dodd Stadium.
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