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Tragedy Strikes at State Farm Stadium: 10 Players Shot During Game
Glendale, AZ — May 6, 2025
In a shocking and tragic incident Tuesday evening, 10 professional football players were shot during a game at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. The shooting occurred during the third quarter of a nationally televised matchup, sending players, fans, and staff into chaos.
According to preliminary reports from Glendale Police Department, gunfire erupted from the stadium’s lower stands just before 8:30 p.m. Witnesses say they heard multiple shots before players began collapsing on the field. Security personnel responded immediately, and the stadium was evacuated within minutes.
Emergency responders rushed the wounded players to nearby medical centers. As of this writing, authorities have not released the names of those injured but confirmed that several remain in critical condition.
One suspect was taken into custody at the scene. Law enforcement is currently investigating the motive and whether any accomplices were involved. No fans were reported injured in the incident.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell issued a statement calling the shooting “a horrifying act of violence that has shaken the entire football community,” and vowed full cooperation with investigators.
All league games scheduled for the rest of the week have been postponed pending further safety assessments.
State Farm Stadium, home to the Arizona Cardinals, has previously been considered one of the safest venues in the league. Officials are now reviewing all security protocols and are expected to release more details in the coming days.
The nation remains stunned as the sports world reels from one of the most violent attacks in professional football history.
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