Simpson speaks out following Wells’ injury

Simpson also shared a heartfelt message for Wells on the platform: “My prayers are with @jaylen_wells,” Simpson wrote on X. “I know we already spoke and are good friends bro but again I just wanted to express not only to J but to his family as well how deeply sorry I am. I would never purposely do that to anyone. I’m just extremely sorry.”

My prayers are with @jaylen_wells , I know we already spoke and are good friends bro but again I just wanted to express not only to J but to his family as well how deeply sorry I am. I would never purposely do that to anyone. I’m just extremely sorry 🙏🏽

— KJ Simpson (@KSimpsonJr) April 9, 2025

“Much love brother,” Wells replied. “Thank you.”

In a follow-up tweet, Simpson praised Wells for his athletic skills and apologized again to him and his family.

“Especially with the talent J is,” Simpson wrote. “I know he’s gonna be special and just from the many times our paths have crossed I’m blessed to know he’s an even better person with an amazing story. I just wanted to again say sorry to J and his family I can’t say it enough.”

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