Mayville State quarterback in medically induced coma after head injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 7:40 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
Matt Donovan, quarterback for Mayville State, is in a medically induced coma following a severe head injury sustained during a game against Simpson University. The injury occurred in the third quarter due to a helmet-to-helmet hit. He was subsequently airlifted to Fargo, North Dakota, where he underwent a two-hour brain surgery to alleviate pressure. As of Sunday morning, reports indicate some positive neurological responses. A GoFundMe campaign has raised nearly $30,000 to support his family with medical and travel expenses.
- •Matt Donovan injured in third quarter of game against Simpson University
- •Underwent two-hour brain surgery in Fargo, North Dakota
- •Still in a medically induced coma, showing positive signs
- •GoFundMe campaign has raised nearly $30,000
- •Mayville State won the game 42-41
- 7:40 PMYahoo Sports — Mayville State QB in medically induced coma after sustaining severe head injury
"Matt Donovan was injured on a helmet-to-helmet hit in the third quarter.
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