Hamilton Tiger-Cats

Ticats DB Keon Lyn suffers serious broken bone

by
Justin Dunk
July 21, 2017

Tiger-Cats rookie defensive back Keon Lyn suffered a broken femur against Edmonton, per sources.

While attempting to make a tackle on Eskimos receiver Brandon Zylstra in the third quarter, Lyn’s foot caught in the turf and his leg bent awkwardly as he crumpled in pain.

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The 25-year-old was making his first start at boundary corner after seeing action at the strong side linebacker spot a week prior, playing well, until the setback occurred.

Tiger-Cats head coach Kent Austin visited Lyn in the hospital after the freak incident.

https://twitter.com/KeonLyn8/status/888492857052590080

Justin Dunk

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