Christion Abercombie’s injury in the Sept. 29 Tennessee State-Vanderbilt game was one of those reminders for SEC fans and college football fans that some things are bigger than football.

As the news spread that Abercrombie was rushed to Vanderbilt University Medical Center after suffering a serious head injury and needing oxygen on the sideline, countless football fans prayed for him. All updates on Abercrombie were closely followed.

Sunday, Abercrombie’s mother shared that her son was able to briefly go home and watch football with family members. Hopefully this is a sign that Abercrombie will get to spend more time at home in the future.

Earlier this month, Abercrombie posted on Twitter for the first time since his injury: