Thompson (undisclosed) was released from the hospital Monday, Alex Andrejev and Nate Taylor of The Athletic report.
Thompson is now resting at home four days after having suffered a seizure and cardiac arrest during a special teams meeting at team facilities. The Chiefs will surely take a cautious approach to the 27-year-old's recovery. When ready to retake the field, Thompson will be in position to compete for a depth role at edge rusher while also potentially contributing on special teams.
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Chiefs' BJ Thompson: Awake and responsive
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Thompson, who was reported to be in stable condition Thursday after suffering a seizure and going into cardiac arrest during a special-teams meeting, is awake and responsive Friday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Thompson's prognosis is positive, per Pelissero, and Adam Teicher of ESPN reported Thursday that doctors are 'optimistic' about his recovery. The Chiefs returned to practice Friday to conclude voluntary OTAs.
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Chiefs' BJ Thompson: Joining Super Bowl champs in KC
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The Chiefs selected Thompson in the fifth round of the 2023 NFL Draft, 166th overall.
Thompson began his college career at Baylor way back in 2017 before ultimately finding his footing at Stephen F. Austin. He didn't receive a combine invite, but the pro day allowed Thompson to showcase some intriguing traits, including long arms (34.63-inches) and 4.58 speed at 243 pounds. He's not expected to be an asset against the run, but Thompson is an athletic pass rusher who can have a situational role.
