What happened to Cam Riley? Exploring latest update on Florida State LB
Cam Riley, linebacker for the Florida State Seminoles, was injured in the first quarter against Memphis. Riley is a transfer from Auburn and an important piece of Florida State's defense. The Seminoles' coaching staff have not provided an official injury report yet.
Cam Riley injury update
Florida State has not provided an update on Riley yet, but he has not returned to the game.
What happened to Cam Riley?
Riley was injured on a third down play in the first quarter. He was involved in a tackle for loss and stayed down on the play. He was eventually helped to the sideline by two members of the Seminoles' staff. Riley was then taken straight to the locker room instead of going to the injury tent.
When will Cam Riley return?
It is not clear if Riley will be able to return to the game, but he looked wobbly when leaving the field. The coaching staff have not provided an update yet.
Impact on Florida State's defense: How Cam Riley's absence affects the team
With Cam Riley out, the undermanned Florida State defense is now even thinner. Defensive coordinator Adam Fuller was already dealing with injuries to safety Shyheim Brown, linebacker Omar Graham Jr. and linebacker Shawn Murphy before the game.
Riley was not the first injury on defense for the Seminoles in this game. A few snaps before Riley was injured, fellow linebacker Justin Cryer needed to be helped off the field; however, he went to the medical tent and returned to the sidelines shortly after.
An update on Cam Riley’s injury
Cam Riley was injured in Florida State’s Week 3 matchup against Memphis. The injury caused Riley to appear wobbly on the sideline and he was unable to perform his duties for the rest of the matchup against Memphis. He had two tackles, including one solo effort before he was injured.
The injury Cam Riley suffered was not disclosed, but the coaching staff told reporters that he would be a game time decision for Florida State’s Week 4 matchup against the California Golden Bears. Fortunately for the Seminoles, Riley was able to participate in the game, and had a big impact on defense.
Riley helped the Seminoles put on a gritty defensive performance in a 14-9 win over the Golden Bears. He had three tackles, all solo. He appears fully healthy and is expected to participate in all games going forward.