UNC’s Tez Walker released from hospital after absorbing big hit vs. Georgia Tech
North Carolina wide receiver Tez Walker was released from the hospital after absorbing a big hit in Saturday’s game against Georgia Tech, the Tar Heels said Sunday morning. Here’s what you need to know:
- UNC said in a statement that “Tez is doing better” and will fly to Chapel Hill with the team Sunday.
- With 2:54 remaining in the fourth quarter, Walker caught a 36-yard pass from Drake Maye. Then, Georgia Tech safety Ahmari Harvey delivered a massive tackle on Walker, forcing a fumble recovered by K.J. Wallace.
- Walker stayed down following the big hit and was attended to by trainers before walking slowly to the sidelines.
- Walker tallied three receptions for 76 yards in the 46-42 loss, the No. 17 Tar Heels’ second of the season.
Oh my goodness what a hit by GT. Tez Walker fumbles and he's still down.
— Chris Vannini (@ChrisVannini) October 29, 2023
Backstory
Saturday was Walker’s fourth game with the Tar Heels in 2023. On Oct. 5, the NCAA granted Walker immediate eligibility to play this season after receiving “new information” regarding his transfer waiver, reversing course after previously denying his waiver request in August and a subsequent appeal in September.
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In 2023, Walker has 26 receptions for 397 yards and four touchdowns.
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