Iowa State defensive lineman Bryson Lamb was forced to leave Saturday’s game against Cincinnati after sustaining an injury.
The incident occurred with approximately three minutes remaining in the second quarter of the contest, according to Yahoo Sports.
Following the injury, Lamb was assisted off the field by members of the athletic training staff, as reported by the Des Moines Register.
He was later observed sitting on the bench alongside the rest of the Cyclone defensive starters for the remainder of the game.
Lamb, a transfer from Washington State, has been a consistent contributor for the Iowa State program throughout the current season.
He has appeared in eight games for the Cyclones, tallying 17 total tackles, 2.5 tackles for loss and one sack, per SportsData USA Today.
The team depth chart has been under scrutiny during recent weeks, as noted by Yahoo Sports.
The matchup against Cincinnati was part of a challenging stretch for the Iowa State squad, according to Des Moines Register reporting.
No further details regarding the severity of the injury or his status for upcoming games have been released at this time.
The athletic department and coaching staff have not yet provided a formal timeline for his potential return to the defensive rotation.
Local outlets confirmed that the story remains fluid as the medical staff evaluates his condition.
Reporters indicated that further updates will be provided as more information becomes available regarding the defensive lineman.
The team continues to prepare for its next scheduled opponent while monitoring the physical health of its roster.
Fans and observers are waiting for an official medical update following the conclusion of the weekend series against the Bearcats, per SportsData USA Today.