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A typical routine pre-game parachute stunt went awry on Friday. Bowl of the Armed Forces.
The jumper appeared to briefly become entangled in netting and support wires near the end zone shortly before arriving in Texas. and rice started. He hung in the air for a moment before falling to the ground between the end zone turf and the stadium seating area.
The parachutist was able to leave the area without assistance. Bowling organizers later confirmed that he had not suffered any serious injuries.
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Lincoln Paré (7) of the Texas State Bobcats scores a touchdown against the Rice Souls during the second half of the 2026 Armed Forces Bowl at Amon J. Carter Stadium on January 2, 2026 in Fort Worth, Texas. (Tim Heitman/Getty Images)
No fan injuries were reported.
Six members of the All Veteran Group parachute team attempted to land before the start of the annual bowling game in Fort Worth, Texas. Four jumpers landed safely, one jumper had to change course and another jumper veered toward the net.
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“He stood up, grabbed his parachute and left,” Armed Forces Bowl spokesman Drew Harris told The Athletic.
According to National Weather ServiceAround the time of the incident, wind speeds of about 12 mph were reported near Amon G. Carter Stadium. Strong winds may have contributed to the skydiver hitting the net. The skydiver's personal details were not immediately released.
Chris Dawn Jr. (1) and Beau Sparks (11) of the Texas State Bobcats celebrate after playing against the Rice Souls in the second half of the Armed Forces Cup at Amon G. Carter Stadium on January 2, 2026 in Fort Worth, Texas. (Tim Heitman/Getty Images)
The All Veterans Group was formed in 2011. The group previously performed the jump in the same bowl game four years ago. Carolina Panthers During the pregame festivities at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, the group typically participates in the USAA Parachute Team.
Texas State Bobcats head coach JJ Kinne holds the trophy after winning the Armed Forces Bowl against the Rice Souls at Amon J. Carter Stadium on January 2, 2026 in Fort Worth, Texas. (Tim Heitman/Getty Images)
Despite the unsuccessful parachute jump, the F-35's planned flyby still went off without problems.
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The incident did not delay the start of the game, and Texas State defeated Rice 41–10.
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