Tampa Bay Buccaneers backup QB Blaine Gabbert helps save four people after helicopter crash

The backup quarterback for the Buccaneers, Blaine Gabbert, assisted in the rescue of four people; after a helicopter crashed into the water Thursday afternoon, according to information provided by Tampa police.

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The incident was reported around 5pm when the aircraft was heading to Peter O. Knight Airport in Tampa, Florida; The helicopter carried a pilot and three passengers who were unharmed.

How did the events occur?

According to the crew members’ statements, after hearing a loud bang, the helicopter lost power and sent them overboard.

Two jet skis came to his aid, one of them being driven by the quarterback Blaine Gabbertwho helped them get them ashore.

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Blaine Gabbertwas selected in the first round in the 2011 draft by the Jacksonville Jaguars with the number 10 pick, he has played with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers since 2019 and is currently backup to the quarterback Tom Brady.