Auburn RB released from hospital after May shooting

Auburn running back Brian Battie has been released from the hospital after a May shooting left him in critical condition.  The update was posted on Facebook and attributed to Battie’s mother, Adreine Battie.

The post read:

Giving All Glory to God Today!

Today was a special day that we will never forget. With hearts full of gratitude and praise, we watched Brian walk out of the hospital after suffering a gunshot wound to the head. Words can’t express the joy and thankfulness we feel right now. We have witnessed a miracle, and we know it’s because of God’s grace, mercy, and the power of prayer. We have spent every day praying for God’s healing and we claimed it knowing Brian would walk out of the hospital and today he DID!

Throughout these challenging months, we have seen God’s hand at work in so many ways – from the incredible doctors and nurses who cared for him, to the love and support of our family and friends to the strength Brian has shown every single day.

We are in awe of His goodness and the miraculous recovery that has unfolded before our eyes. Thank you to EVERYONE who has been praying with us, standing with us, and believing with us. Today, we celebrate a miracle and give all the glory to God!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

SARASOTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

Battie was shot in the head on May 18 in his hometown of Sarasota, Florida.  His brother, Tommie Battie IV, was also shot and killed.

Over the past three months, Battie has seen his prognosis improve.  Permanent paralysis was a possible prognosis.  Battie walked with a cane in late July and walked out of Sarasota Memorial Hospital this weekend.  A GoFundMe account has raised mor than $115,000 for the family.

Battie played three seasons at South Florida before transferring to Auburn for the 2023 season.  He ran for 1,186 yards and eight touchdowns for the Bulls in 2022.