David Ojabo of the Michigan Wolverines is considered one of the top talents in the 2022 NFL Draft. During a workout, the linebacker seriously injured himself. The reaction of the attendants and NFL scouts causes heavy criticism.

Munich – A serious injury could cost David Ojabo millions of dollars.

The Michigan Wolverines linebacker, who experts had pegged as a potential top-10 pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, tore his Achilles tendon during a public workout.

Due to the severity of the injury, Ojabo is expected to be selected much later. Since a rookie’s salary is tied to his draft position, this also means financial losses.

Ex-NFL pro on Ojabo injury: ‘No one shows empathy’

What made the shock moment even more bitter: Ojabo was filmed when he injured himself. In the footage, the 21-year-old can be seen going down in pain.

No scout or attendant enquired about the injured man. All that can be seen is some of the bystanders turning away and a coach picking up the ball.

“It bothers me that no one shows empathy or cares. Maybe someone should have gone and asked how he was doing,” commented ex-NFL pro Bucky Brooks on Twitter.

I know the NFL is a cold business but watching the lack of concern or empathy from the scouts, coaches and observers following David Ojabo’s injury bugs me. Maybe someone should’ve checked on him instead of grabbing the ball and moving to the next drill. Just a thought… pic.twitter.com/28aR88zJfk

– Bucky Brooks (@BuckyBrooks) March 20, 2022

It seems like the unattractive face of the NFL is showing in this scene. It’s a cut-throat business where players are interchangeable – especially if they’re not currently on a team.

The clip quickly spread across social media and the critical voices increased. “I know some people came at him afterwards, but Bucky is right. Who cares about the ball? This young man needs TROST,” wrote “ESPN” reporter Jenna Laine.

I realize that a crowd of people did come to David Ojabo’s side after this, and I’m sure there was a great deal of shock witnessing this injury, but Bucky’s right. Who cares about the ball? This young man needed COMFORT. Doesn’t matter who it came from. https://t.co/wfCYKSvblf

– JennaLaineESPN (@JennaLaineESPN) March 21, 2022

The creator has a way of revealing peoples true character. Speedy recovery David Ojabo https://t.co/Bm2GnPDgYg

– Somertonsounds (@Somertonsounds1) March 21, 2022

This is how much they care about you…you’re only valuable when you can provide them with money signs. Smh. @DavidOjabo GetwellSoonDavidOjabo @SportsCenter @NFL thepivot pic. twitter.com/DRPvzCUTu1

– Poonjoby (@BlackSilk17) March 19, 2022

Video of people walking past David Ojabo in immediate aftermath of his going down w/injury (which turned out to be a devastating one) is infuriating. No empathy? No assistance at all until medical professionals could help him? This is a relationship business man.That isn’t it.

– Louis Riddick (@LRiddickESPN) March 20, 2022

Next time you critique players sitting out bowl games or holding out for a contract. Watch this. They are treated like this. Disgusting to everyone watching there. Prayers for David Ojabo and I hope for a full and fast recovery. https://t.co/bBu4x4mkMu

– Rough Like Timberland Wear (@Harley_Versace) March 20, 2022

Former NFL team doctor David J. Chao provided context to the scene on Twitter, saying, “I understand this looks very bad for the NFL. But everything there is so specialized. It’s the ATC’s job to check on the injured player. An NFL star would have been the same way in a game.” The so-called “ATC Spotters” are medically trained professionals who keep an eye on the game and intervene when injuries occur.

I get this is a bad look but @NFL is so specialised, it is the job of the ATC to run to check on him. That is what happens to star players on game day too. BTW, this video confirms our initial day report of Achilles tear. https://t.co/mLtFH1oOUf https://t.co/UagM8Ec5RU

– David J. Chao – ProFootballDoc (@ProFootballDoc) March 20, 2022

Nevertheless, Ojabo’s injury should encourage other top talents to sit out workouts before the draft to avoid injury. The linebacker will have to sit out completely for at least six months.