The Illinois football squad got some horrible news this weekend, as it was revealed that starting DL Bobby Roundtree was badly injured near his home in Florida.

Per a release from the school, Roundtree suffered a “severe spinal injury” on Saturday during a swimming accident.

The release says Roundtree had surgery on Sunday night, and is recovering in the hospital:

University of Illinois junior football player Bobby Roundtree suffered a severe spinal injury Saturday in a swimming accident near his home of Largo, Florida. Surgeons at Mease Countryside Hospital, Safety Harbor, Florida, where Roundtree is recovering, performed surgery Sunday night. No additional information is available at this time.

Illinois coach Lovie Smith issued a statement asking for thoughts and prayers for Roundtree and his family:

“Bobby Roundtree is exactly what you want in a student-athlete,” Smith said. “He is a hard worker, dependable, a dedicated student and a leader. This is devastating to his teammates, the entire Fighting Illini family and his family and friends. We will give Bobby all the support possible as he battles through his recovery. Please keep Bobby and his family in your thoughts and prayers.”

Roundtree has played in all 24 games for the Illini the past two seasons, recording 117 total tackles (17.5 for a loss) and 12.5 sacks. He has also knocked down 10 passes and forced a fumble.