College wrestlers recount near-death fight with grizzly bear

Four college wrestlers say they are grateful to be alive -- and for each other -- after going toe-to-toe with a grizzly bear in Wyoming over the weekend.
Full story: abc7chicago.com/wyoming-wrest...

[@interpolisawesome]

That dude who clearly got mauled is a badass. Dude attacked a grizzly bear that was on top of his friend and took the worst of it without thinking about it. Most people would've ran but he fought instead.

[@mikefearn6596]

@bertom9077z,amen to that.The kids got balls the size of peach baskets.I definitely would NOT WANT to have to wrestle either one of the two guys who fought the bear.They went up against the king of the woods,on his own turf,and LIVED TO TALK ABOUT IT.GREAT JOB FELLAS.SPEEDY RECOVERY!!!!

[@gregsummerour3121]

That’s a brother for life!!💯❤️👊🏽

[@brandonmartin9117]

Real superhero

[@cj-bd3ql]

Its two sides to a story they're probably harassing insulting the grizzly bear

[@alrivers2297]

@@cj-bd3ql I seriously doubt that. That would be beyond stupid

[@Dimaz42]

he wrestled a bear to save his friends, survived the encounter, got a heck of a story and the scars to prove it.. what a legend!

[@GodSentJose]

Khabib would be proud

[@Eco19]

@@GodSentJose lol i knew thats what the reply was gonna be about

[@williamcolon9280]

@@farmcat3198 simp talk

[@farmcat3198]

@@williamcolon9280 Yeah, okay.

[@weirjwerijrweurhuewhr588]

@@GodSentJose Khabib fought chained and declawed baby bears. These guys fought the real thing in a life-or-death scenario.

[@Nintendo1969]

Every scar in his face is a symbol of bravery and courage, what a hero!

[@Uchiha_Teivan]

He's the main character

[@OmahaSand]

Kendall Cummings is his name..

[@zakkziegler111]

Lifelong Indian warpaint! I hope he holds those scars in high esteem, because he should. That dude was legitimately dues ex machina for his buddy.

[@chateaupig826]

Ok , it's not pretty but fuck , hes alive 😬

[@Melior_Traiano]

@@chateaupig826 Bro do you have any idea what a chick magnet those scars and this story will be? He's a legend. The friend we wish we all had.

[@bestieswithtesties]

What's crazy is that the guy who saved his friend got attacked a second time just because he was calling out to Another friend to check on him. The bear didn't like his yelling and came back. All because he was checking on the other guys. What an absolute legend.

[@marcocortes9968]

Yea, his caring attitude and lack of self was what triggered the second attack. The bear probably thought he was no longer a threat, but after the yelling it probably got startled again. Thank God this guy is alive.

[@james505ism]

Yeah and then didn’t the others run away and leave him 😂

[@Domio-lz8bp]

Obviously they ran off, he was calling them and no one answered cuz the bitchess took off. Always save your family but dont risk yoyr life for fri3nds dont be dumb cuz they donr give a shit about u on the deep level. Unless its a friend fr9m childhood which i would consider family but thats a story for a nother day. Give me some asss

[@remnow]

Dude who goes into fight mode instead of flight after seeing a grizzly attacking friend!!!? He should seriously win awards for courage... that's on a different level.

[@Vidnog]

Thats straight up savage

[@quantaviousmooney3675]

this is america, the courage award already got handed out to Bruce jenner

[@joseph906]

Quantavious Mooney Oh man... To celebs too...

[@Soapy007]

Nah man Bruce Jenner that’s true courage.

[@traviss7740]

@@quantaviousmooney3675 hahahahahah

[@Kevin-xz4jq]

The kid that jumped in is a straight up hero and savage. What an amazing dude. Very few on earth would do that. Thats a friend you stand with for life.

[@orion9k]

Or incredible stupid? his mate took off after he sacrificed himself

[@centripetal6157]

@@orion9k no he was brave. It was a life and death situation. You can't out run a grizzly bear.

[@mastertrey4683]

@@orion9k he did t sacrifice himself, hes alive and well. Youre the incredibly stupid and weak one for not putting your life on the line to protect what you love

[@orion9k]

@@mastertrey4683 your emotions and impulses are out of control. You need to read my comment again and understand what I'm saying

[@aydanbottroff1784]

@@orion9k stupidity doesn’t cause someone to risk their life for someone else

[@topboy9779]

This dude is a living legend. Later when he‘s old he can tell his grandchildren he fought a bear when he was young 💪🏼

[@CzarYe]

..... I don't think he can now, it bit off his private parts.....

[@shasmi93]

Global warming will trash the world by the time he has grandkids… but yes he is a hero.

[@monas]

😂

[@sexgod6909]

​@@shasmi93BE QUIET !!!

[@glenbateman5960]

And won.

[@zakkziegler111]

The absolute balls of the guy who started attacking a *bear* to save his buddy. My god. This is the definition of, "You should see the other "guy." as well as "ride or die.". Wow. Harrowing.

[@skyking9248]

The man with all the scars and wounds is a freaking hero. Saved his friends lives

[@treek10k]

@Random Person he's gonna get alot of chicks with those scars.

[@lp-ry7nu]

@@treek10k probably the opposite but oh well

[@jack_up1122]

@@lp-ry7nu nahhhhh dude he’ll look fine in a few months or a couple years that dude is definitely getting action and free drinks for a while! Lmao

[@WiSHNUKEs]

@@lp-ry7nu well he has one story to tell to a chick at the bar and a very good one at that

[@Chris_t0]

Exactly sounds like the friend stopped helping once he got attacked lol

[@itztravis9150]

Made me tear up when I seen how much someone cared enough to save his friends

[@ribellefinn9420]

Freinds like that is RARE

[@rdrnd]

Dad/uncle lore is going to be INSANE

[@blakejohnson4042]

No greater love than a man who would lay down his life for his friend.

[@timtam5345]

Amen and the best one is the alpha and omega without him we are nothing jesus christ 💯👍🌠

[@VanillaEarth744]

Amen. We should follow the Catholic Church which is the true Church founded by OUR LORD

[@A1Bokeh]

@@frailvoid5844 cringe

[@deborahd2936]

I was thinking about that verse too and made me tear up a little bit.

[@CulperCast]

@@frailvoid5844 cringe

[@johnhendrix28]

That guy that saved his friend has a good heart I hope he never feels shame in his scars because that’s so noble Of him

[@jonathanhendrix2925]

Papa?

[@texasgirl6000]

Why would he feel shame?

[@Praise___YaH]

Guys, HERE is Our TRUE Savior YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF” From the Ancient Egyptian Semitic: "Yad He Vav He" is what Moshe (Moses) wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3) Ancient Egyptian Semitic Direct Translation Yad - "Behold The Hand" He - "Behold the Breath" Vav - "Behold The NAIL"

[@joshuaforbus5853]

Life tattoos. Semper Fi, Agree

[@stonerawks9882]

​@@texasgirl6000 Because most people are superficial and make fun of physical defects. Accidental or congenital nature, doesn't matter.

[@weirdsock3032]

People like this should get medals for their courage. Truly heroic.

[@terrym5023]

Those are NOT scars. Those are symbols of heroism, bravery, courage and fortitude ✨

[@Leonhartz]

they are scars

[@terrym5023]

@@Leonhartz how's about you slither back under the bridge you pathetic troll 🤔

[@Leonhartz]

@@terrym5023 How am I a pathetic troll? The definition of scar is; a mark left on the skin or within body tissue where a wound, burn, or sore has not healed completely and fibrous connective tissue has developed; a lasting effect of grief, fear, or other emotion left on a person's character by an unpleasant experience; a mark left on something following damage of some kind and a mark left at the point of separation of a leaf, frond, or other part from a plant. Nice ad hominem by the way! I like how you attack my character instead of my point.

[@terrym5023]

@@Leonhartz I truly hope you get the mental health you so desperately need. Those kids defended each other from a freaking bear. The definition of an Internet troll is someone who just post ignorant comments in order to create drama or controversy. Do not reply to this comment I'm done I don't get into a battle of wits with someone who is half equipped

[@monas]

He is a warrior

[@amberbiggs]

To the young man who saved his friend, you are incredible. What you did was absolutely HEROIC.

[@Danlovestrivium]

In today's society, the word "hero" gets used for just about everything. THIS is a hero in every sense of the word.

[@roorkollector5340]

Yet they put eachother in that situation …… Wild animals are no Joke! Don’t go in without proper knowledge/equipment. And you may never come out…… they are just plain LUCKY. Not heroic

[@andresvalverde5182]

@@roorkollector5340 What you're saying is false and you lack in reading comprehension to prove an invalid point. The guy who SAVED HIS FRIEND is a hero, we literally never called those guys heroes for stepping up to a bear, just this guy saving his friend against all odds.

[@kidtrunks2568]

@@Danlovestrivium would love to see statues and murals of a kid like this. Instead we get statues and murals of thugs who do drugs and try using fake dollar bills at the gas station. Sad.

[@Chilliedogs]

@@roorkollector5340 You’ve never done anything close to heroic I assume?

[@codinginflow]

"Experts say the outcome could've been much worse". Good that we have experts who clarified this for us!

[@yomommashaus]

LOL i bet the news people harassed the experts

[@JohnDoe-su8ew]

He seems to be the person news stations call when they need an "expert".

[@frederickhoneychurch501]

2:42 lol is this the Expert ?? lolol This dude is straight out of Central Casting

[@jesserau1747]

Hahahhahahhahaha oh man that was a good one. Hahaha thanks for the laugh!

[@dontbotherreading]

Huge fan

[@countrygirlxo7188]

The guy that jumped on the bear is a friend you want to keep for life. How brave and honorable. A friend like that is a absolute gem 💎.

[@moviesynopsis001]

Would you sleep with him? Or is his scars 2 disgusting for you now?

[@countrygirlxo7188]

@@moviesynopsis001 well my husband lost an eye as a child. And went through brain cancer 2 years ago and has a big scar on his head from surgery. Women like men with battle scars

[@flowrepins6663]

​@@countrygirlxo7188but is he blonde and with blue eyes? If not i think you should do artificial ins3mination or try to see a doctor who can select eggs then you can have 100% chance of having blue eyed blonde babies cause its very rare. Less than 8% have it i think

[@duckduckgoose8049]

That's true friendship right there. Lots of people would run and save themselves, but this guy risked his life to save his friend.

[@YouRegolo]

Dude, you are a bro for life, attacking a freaking bear to save your mate. Huge amount of respect, I salute you.

[@billyzee261]

The guy who attacked the bear is a true friend and a hero! Also remember that true friends don't let friends get vaxxed...if you know what I mean.

[@Petra999]

@@billyzee261 lmao I'm weak I did not expect to see this comment

[@mikeprobst1839]

@@billyzee261 lol so true

[@GatsuKS]

@@billyzee261 Lol true. Say no to being a guinea pig.

[@Praise___YaH]

Guys, HERE is Our TRUE Savior YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF” From the Ancient Egyptian Semitic: "Yad He Vav He" is what Moshe (Moses) wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3) Ancient Egyptian Semitic Direct Translation Yad - "Behold The Hand" He - "Behold the Breath" Vav - "Behold The NAIL"

[@ianmci]

That man that saved his buddy is incredible.

[@whipsandtips]

Fr bro and the one that initially got attacked seems like he just ran off and left after his friend stood up for him smh

[@User36282]

@@whipsandtips Let's see how you react when you see your friend being mauled to death by a grizzly. It's fight or flight, it's not a conscious decision, and you have no idea what you would do until it happens to you, so don't judge him, he was the first one to be attacked by it, he probably just wanted to gtfo of that situation asap! Also, they never say that those two friends left each other, only that they met up with their other two friends later on.

[@Praise___YaH]

Guys, HERE is The TRUE Savior YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF” From the Ancient Egyptian Semitic: "Yad He Vav He" is what Moshe (Moses) wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3) Ancient Egyptian Semitic Direct Translation Yad - "Behold The Hand" He - "Behold the Breath" Vav - "Behold The NAIL"

[@fancyclown3593]

@@whipsandtips it’s fight or flight

[@Priest___]

@@whipsandtips He fractured his arm bro he couldnt of done much

[@Eltavo.1]

Those aren’t friends, those are brothers for life🙏🏼

[@richardparker123]

The man who saved his friend is not only a hero, but a TOTAL BAD-A! I hope he lives a happy and successful life for what he did. And he can tell people he fought a bear, saved his friend, AND SURVIVED!

[@marquisemeda165]

So “would you rather be stuck in the forest and see a man or a bear”

[@Olm9]

The ignorance.. 😑

[@flowrepins6663]

Lets just hope they find what they want. Darwin evolution

[@tombryan1]

Friends like that are rare, courage determination, risking his life for his friend. The guy is a perfect example of humanity. Get well soon.

[@Chevalier_knight]

Dude theres rare then theres fighting a bear

[@firstnamelastname8790]

a friend* the other 2 did not help

[@user-sy5bj5nd6x]

@@firstnamelastname8790 they clearly weren’t with them when they got attacked🌚

[@neogeo1670]

@@user-sy5bj5nd6x they just sit there with their arms crossed... showes they dont want to be there

[@firstnamelastname8790]

@@user-sy5bj5nd6x yes, which is why I said "a friend" Glad you know how to read!

[@svamandolin3546]

Badass of the decade award goes to this kid. So happy he is ok and will heal.

[@ronja6791]

He should be nominated for TIME person of the year but they would pick someone like Greta Thunberg, AOC or any SJW instead. That's what society thinks heroes are now.

[@taylorpeay8991]

@@ronja6791 right, when mediocrity is celebrated greatness becomes that of insignificance

[@svamandolin3546]

@@ronja6791 just because 4 percent cry the loudest, they dont constitute "Society".

[@ronja6791]

@@svamandolin3546 You're right, I keep forgetting that after being inundated daily with ads and headlines that I think are nonsense.

[@jimmythe-gent]

Those are gonna be some badass scars... A freakin bear claw scar across your face?

[@theperfecthousewife4399]

That boy who saved his friend by attacking a GRIZZLY BEAR deserves a medal of honor for bravery! God was with them both and may God stay with these two young brave men.

[@surslaughter3524]

God had nothing to do with it. Put yourself in front of a grizzly bear and pray to god…. If you make it out, it wasn’t god. It was luck. God won’t help you while your being eaten alive from your insides out. God… Silly.

[@TenGreenRangers]

His name is Kendell Cummings. I agree .. Whatever the highest citizen's medal is that this country has.. he deserves it.

[@leequinn2733]

With so many tragic stories of people and especially young people dying this is a relief to hear a good story for a change.

[@LBenn302]

Dude has an amazing story to tell for the rest of his life. His scars will show trauma but they will also show courage, heroism, and a lot of badass business! Props to all these guys

[@clammerify]

thanks Captain Obvious

[@remix4098]

Dumb

[@calebnix3403]

@@clammerify tf is wrong with you

[@drowz9825]

Thanks captain obvious

[@BIGDAGGIE1]

Bro what are these replies... Y'all some miserable people.

[@Mrkevi123]

That right there, is a real friend.

[@duran9664]

I feel sorry for the bear 🐻🥺 4 adult wrestlers against 1 poor cub 🤦‍♀️

[@madero-jb5ri]

@@duran9664 True, You should go out there and look for it; maybe it needs a friend.

[@jeffbirmingham861]

@@duran9664 Who said anything about a cub!!! A cub is not going to attack. this was a full grown adult bear.

[@JK-br1mu]

A friend in need, is a friend indeed.

[@2mnxffrddfghjbbvcdfh6644bcddcv]

@@duran9664 it was a Grizzlie. Could have killed them. Serious stuff, no joke.

[@isskull7272]

This dude fought a GRIZZLY BEAR. If the people who know him don't recognize that he's the toughest guy they'll ever meet, then something is wrong.

[@bernadettezelenski3491]

I'm so grateful these guys are alive. They clearly have each other to work through their traumas so they can move on from this. Thank you God for the quick actions of each one of them that day. This is a miracle they all survived, it truly is.

[@bmanscire]

So glad you guys are ok! Good job standing up for each other.

[@angelahodge6902]

That one boy is the hero. It takes a lot to offer your life for someone else’s. Angel on earth really

[@davecros4887]

I’m so glad this ended with these guys surviving. I’ve never heard of anyone surviving a grizzly bear attack without a weapon. These guys are amazing.

[@duran9664]

I feel sorry for the bear 🐻🥺 4 adult wrestlers against 1 poor cub 🤦‍♀️

[@Diana1000Smiles]

Lots of Humans survive grizzly bear attacks.

[@davecros4887]

@@Diana1000Smiles with no weapons?

[@frisk151]

@@Diana1000Smiles No human has ever survived a predatory Griz attack they were not prepared to defend against that I am aware of. That would include a surprised Sow with cubs... HOWEVER, if you aren't a fool who thinks bear spray works, you can put the largest of griz, polar or pretty much any other predator down. Chose and practice wisely. If you fear being eaten by a shark.. You REALLY should fear the sound of your bones being crushed by a bear. Sharks don't actually like the taste of humans.. Bears, It depends,, Don't believe me.. They love BBQ sauce if you want to test it out... :)

[@tarantulamadness6191]

@@frisk151 Yes there have been, I was just watching a video of a dude attacked twice who made it out of the forest alive.

[@jcpninjaturtle6687]

The COURAGE the guy had to get the attention of the bear on himself is Unfathomable and Selfless. He's the tank that took the agro for his teammate.

[@sanking3272]

@Adrian T haab m dabf ha ba x na.A .C NCA CZA AFVAV.

[@emafrancisco1808]

@@sanking3272 Agree

[@5unbaby]

tanks GIGACHAD

[@asan7708]

Imagine if his teammates are truly squishier targets, what might have happened might have been a tragedy. Hero in my eyes.

[@Ballen1182]

He might just be a dummy. Dumb ppl usually get killed by doing dumb things. Darwin award winners, you know? He got lucky here.

[@mrmalcolm]

If more people fought for their lives to protect their loved ones like this the world would be a better place.

[@thefauxtist4387]

I survived a bear attack in 2019. I hope the age of these young men will help them with the PTSD that will kick in months after the attack. To the young man that was clearly mauled, its a long road ahead, but this experience will give you a tremendous amount of personal confidence and maturity no one else your age will have the benefit of. Take care and get well!

[@bacoon6499]

@dude why bud, i don't think hes lying about being attacked by a bear

[@ReasonMakes]

@dude why where's the proof you aren't an orangutan. Checkmate, atheist.

[@maxaffe3195]

@dude why the scars and his mates donkey

[@frankcoley1537]

I'm sure you fear no man after the attack. Glad you're here to tell us.

[@VengefulPolititron]

@dude why You don't trust him, because YOU are a liar. Nice projection. He has nothing to gain by lying. But this is something YOU have done before, so you assume ill intent.

[@Jordichurch]

This man fought a bear to save his buddy’s life. Best friend if I have ever heard of one.

[@joe-mamma]

My kinda best friend carries a 10mm and slays the bear

[@brandonamezquita4501]

​@@joe-mamma Would that even kill a bear?

[@Underrated709]

@@brandonamezquita4501 no lol you would have to line it up but if that charges at you no chance

[@seand.5535]

@@brandonamezquita4501 bears have been killed by much smaller caliber, but 10mm won't be some automatic instant kill like in a video game, it depends where you hit it

[@brandonamezquita4501]

@@seand.5535 I see.

[@danielnewman4876]

A friend you can trust , a hero , a legend , i salute you with all respect, a story of friendship that will never die

[@hummingbird2254]

That guy is the kind of guy you would want beside you on the battlefield. Much respect !

[@huwhitecavebeast1972]

I commented the same thing!

[@adg5456]

They look like young Soliders in the making.

[@samcambria3363]

Wrestlers are elite dude kept his throat safe what a badass survivor!

[@Newjerseyblows]

Got the bear in a rear naked choke and locked in the body triangle. Didn't stand a chance

[@joe-mamma]

Darwin award winning idiot. Hiking in bear country unarmed

[@brandonamezquita4501]

​@@Newjerseyblows Wrestlers don't do that 😂. Maybe if they train BJJ.

[@dajetfan97]

@@brandonamezquita4501 Dumbass BJJ isn't the only fighting style that has choking 😘

[@brandonamezquita4501]

@@dajetfan97 I know that, but the type of wrestling they do isn't the submission one, dumbass.

[@chicagokyle5126]

I have seen so many people in my life talk about what they would do in flight in fight situations and when it comes time they flight instead of fighting like they always said they would, I commend this young man for fighting for his friends and having their backs when most would turn and run and save themselves, good to know there are still people like this out there, and at such a young age especially. Don't be ashamed of your scars, I know you wont be.

[@Ty-mh7gy]

You’re a hero young man. True brotherhood. Beautiful to see some humanity

[@HosiaLuvYah]

The guy that jumped in and helped his friend is a brave human being.. This guy attacks the bear to help his friend.. That's real brass a real hero, this a guy people should get behind and support, not celebrities.. Can't wait for the movie and hope all these guys get paid well from this crazy scenario..

[@dsbmgrey9504]

The bear had the most bravery to go into a 4 against 1 fight. Wild animals are truly badass.

[@TriggaHappy00121213]

@@dsbmgrey9504 lmao

[@Newjerseyblows]

Seriously it's almost like he let them live out of respect. Because a bear is a terrifying animal they can easily rip you apart

[@HosiaLuvYah]

@@Newjerseyblows Facts! ✔️💯

[@HosiaLuvYah]

@@dsbmgrey9504 yeah they're built for no fear.. How many folks would have jumped in there to engage the bear to help someone?

[@c0mputer]

“How’d you get those gnarly scars?” “I attacked a grizzly that was trying to kill my friend.” Most badass thing ever.

[@rhodwilliams7258]

It legit sounds like a terrible lie as well 🤣

[@JonHop1]

@@rhodwilliams7258 makes the fact that its true even that much more badass lol

[@rhodwilliams7258]

@@JonHop1 He can still big the story up a bit and say there was 4 bears, and he took them all out.... 😂

[@Alvin-xs7db]

@@rhodwilliams7258 I mean the scars kinda prove it though

[@seams4186]

@Top Lobster ikr lol

[@sulpherbratigh7936]

It's a miracle that these fellas made it out with all their limbs attached, hope they fully recover

[@landocalrissian3957]

Wow that story brought a tear to my eye. That young man deserves a lot of praise he showed great heart and character.

[@marshaanthony4368]

May their friendship get stronger over the years! What a story!

[@randomgenerator7746]

There was one similar incident back in 1993 where a big cat a mountain lion I think, attacked a couple teenagers in a wild life park, after the attack and the news networks covering the story, the teens started a small business where one literally stabbed the other in back over money ROTFLMAO 😂 Sometimes $$$ overwhelms a friendship, bt I do hope your right lol

[@adadeutsch9593]

they left him alone with the bear to maul him. I dont think this friendship will last. I hope dude's face fully recover because he will have a hard time in this disgusting society with scars all over his face.

[@JoseBravo-pf1le]

@Ada Deutsch you seem to be having a rough time

[@KingXhuntR]

@@JoseBravo-pf1le he is right u r just ignorant, slow or lying.

[@5114ares]

@@adadeutsch9593 Absolutely. The Kid was genuine, but his friends weren’t.

[@CrackedZac]

His friend would be dead if he didn’t come to help. Absolutely a hero. Brings a tear to my eye

[@notreally2406]

Can't say that for sure

[@momothewitch]

They both would be if the bear was a little more persistent. Timothy Treadwell and his girlfriend died to a grizzly and they were smacking it with a frying pan, bear didn't care.

[@ToyotaTechnical]

Sounds like the almost ditched him when the bear turned on him. He says he called out but didn't hear an answer. If your friends joke about being the fastest when it comes to bear encounters, you probably shouldn't trust them with your life. He was brave for his friends, but it sounds like his friends were hesitant to return the favor.

[@rogerlemans636]

And his friends ran away instead of returning the favor.

[@ToyotaTechnical]

@@rogerlemans636 Americans really are inconsiderate, "every man for himself" types. There were three others and they just left him after he demonstrated bravery. Americans refuse to work as a team, friendships are all surface-level.

[@agentk3388]

That dude is a warrior A true old school warrior

[@judajitsu]

That is real brother hood he put his life on the line for his friend without even thinking about it

[@YedolfWesler]

That kid is a real hero.

[@joshhdebolt]

I can't even explain how much respect I have for him. He should get a award and a nice check for recovery.

[@jecal2855]

In America you get a news story and crippling debt. Sad but true

[@datbang5072]

Why?

[@contraband1543]

Why should we pay for his misfortune? If we had a legitimate national account for people that get in freak accidents it would be great but we dont.

[@User36282]

@@contraband1543 Because that's what a civilised first world country does for it's people, have some empathy. God you have such a selfish attitude that is like a virus in the world today. Let's hope you don't get into a similar freak encounter and need some financial assistance. If you do, I expect you not to take ANY donations or help as you advocate. As a society, we are meant to look out for each other.

[@Praise___YaH]

HERE is Our TRUE Savior YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF” From the Ancient Egyptian Semitic: "Yad He Vav He" is what Moshe (Moses) wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3) Ancient Egyptian Semitic Direct Translation Yad - "Behold The Hand" He - "Behold the Breath" Vav - "Behold The NAIL"

[@aldrinmilespartosa1578]

He is a rare breed of human. Most will flleed as it's logical, but he stayed to help his friend. A rare person indeed.

[@lesgobrandon4314]

That is the type of friend we all wish we freaking had! I hope that guy is blessed for the rest of his life he deserves it.

[@youarenowawarepodcast8896]

Scars like that you can’t be ashamed of. Those scars show his bravery, his strength, and his heroic values

[@tylerk.7947]

I seriously love this guy who went after that bear on his bud. He got the worst injuries out of both but stayed in the fight. That is literally insane what he did. That’s a hero right there through and through. Makes me so proud

[@MaDrung]

Goes to show who he really is underneath the facade. When emotions kicked in, he could not walk away even if it meant his death. His subconsciousness made that split second decision for him.

[@nuckels188]

From my experience with wrestlers, if that 'attacker' was anything but a grizzly bear it wouldve been pinned on the ground helplessly in a split second lol

[@ImDossaii]

every mark on that boy shows courage, strength, bravery, and that he has morals

[@onebluestone]

He's my hero. I pray he will get over any trepidation he might feel, if any, about the scars and go on to live a full, successful and prosperous life.

[@beckyp867]

I've heard of blood brothers. These brave young men are bear brothers. Stay strong and wish you both a speedy recovery and long fruitful lives.

[@joelponken313]

Goofy ahh comment bro u live in ohio or something?

[@coolspike7659]

@@joelponken313 😂

[@bruhmoment4188]

@@joelponken313 nah bro def from the streets of denver

[@justsomeguywithahotpinkmus9746]

Bro pulled that line right out the Rocky Mountains; he thought he did smthn with that lol

[@2DaysYouth]

Thank god. What would we do without them.

[@tormentorxl2732]

They had each other’s back. Friends for life, literally.

[@brandonknight7240]

Did i miss something 🤔 1 of them had his back, one of them partially might have but the guy on the far right did nothing and it shows

[@yinyangthang]

@@brandonknight7240 Yep. Seems as if two of them ran away.

[@centripetal6157]

Two dudes jumped in to fight. The other two guys ran away.

[@tormentorxl2732]

And who do you genius’s think I’m talking about😂🤣😂

[@victorhopper6774]

@@brandonknight7240 if i have to run a 100 yards to save you we are both dying.

[@Goregreet]

Absolute soldier you are brother My deepest respect

[@TheTakeBackBRCNOvate]

He helped his friend get free. And the friend runs off for help. I'm sure that is very hard for him to process. You can still see the trauma on him...he is a true hero of my lifetime...Salute to you young man ✊

[@TenGreenRangers]

The group did have firearms .. but the 2 guys who had them had already headed for the car. In extreme situations your thought process isn't always cogent. If the guy's 1st thought was "get the firearms up here or Kendall is dead" .. then taking off to accomplish that is OK.

[@YFZriderdude15]

They didn't say whether he ran off for help. All that is said about him after 1:07 is that he didn't respond when Cummings called his name, and also that that both of them managed to escape at one point. 1:40 and 1:54, respectively.

[@TenGreenRangers]

@@YFZriderdude15 Lowry is the wrestler that took the initial attack. He ran after his teamates who were 150-200 yards away because they had firearms. The Bear gave Lowry a compound fracture of the arm during the assault.. so Lowry was in no condition to stay and fight with a broken bone sticking through his skin. The story was covered by multiple local news stations in Colorado, Wyoming, and Montana.. I've picked up more detail watching 1/2 a dozen of those local TV station stories.

[@YFZriderdude15]

@@TenGreenRangers I see, yes I've only watched this video, which didn't provide that much info to be honest. but in that context it certainly makes sense why he would run to his friends... compound fracture really limits your fighting ability... I've had one of my collarbone, and it's shocking to see your bone, to say the least.

[@thomaswalgreens]

“I was putting my hands in its mouth so it wouldn’t be chewing on my neck” this dude is a true hero and warrior… Much respect to these boys for looking out for each other no matter what.

[@NoInjusticeLastsForever]

Animals would defend themselves if they could. Humans shouldn't have to be the victims for humans to care. Time to go vegan.

[@moneer7139]

@@jchatz yea just don't eat their livers

[@alekkacosmos9807]

@@moneer7139 But that’s just for polar bears, right?

[@contraband1543]

@@NoInjusticeLastsForever boohoo go hug a bear and do us all a favor

[@cyrushomes7512]

@@NoInjusticeLastsForever That's what I always say.. Go vegans.. Go away! Go eat your grasses!

[@sword111119]

This is pretty epic. I think we can all learn something about friendship and loyalty from these guys.

[@RainVine]

That kid who rushed in to help is a hero

[@robertsherrow3627]

So happy the young men survived, showing great courage in the face of this life-threatening bear attacked. I spent a couple weeks in that area (Shoshone National Forest) last summer on a historic NF project and we frequently hiked the gorgeous country after work and on weekends. We always carried bear spray on these excursions, and while we saw bear scat several times, thankfully never had an encounter with the real thing. I’m sure teamwork kept these brave lads alive and appreciate the post of this inspiring story.

[@justinjones6481]

What a great friend people get called hero for not much these days but this kid who saved his friend is genuinely a hero that’s putting his own life on the line.

[@user-sy5bj5nd6x]

Yeah the words “hero” and “brave” are extremely diluted nowadays 🤦‍♂️

[@mikaelfarro]

@@user-sy5bj5nd6x you are so brave for saying that!

[@neogeo1670]

how so? where i live you are not called a hero unless you run in a burning building to save someone, or something along to that

[@addictedtojet]

@@user-sy5bj5nd6x not diluted more like different levels of heroics and bravery. Sorta like how pain and joy come in different levels.

[@gr8dvd]

@@addictedtojet Awesome comment 😀

[@squeezeizop8640]

That's the definition of a hero. Reacting with instinct and without thinking about yourself first.

[@farmtutor2379]

Nothing to add that hasn’t already been said except to say it myself. I’m impressed by his courage and amazed at his sacrifice. I hope those scars heal well and his heroism is rewarded ten times over.

[@kevin-uy3yh]

There are women now saying that they would prefer being with a bear rather than a man in the woods

[@MissVee-13]

I would, my aunt survived a bear attack and she also chose the bear.

[@Palkpilk]

​@@MissVee-13 Even if I believed that, it just means that you have no trust in men. What are the odds that the random mam is just some rapist or something? What are the chances? Out of 4 billion people? What are the chances. What happened to you to be so mistrusting?

[@Palkpilk]

​@@MissVee-13 Man* (mam was a typo.)

[@MissVee-13]

@@Palkpilk Ok

[@zorouzh]

Should've been 4 against 1, the other two ran away making it way harder for their friends to fight off the bear

[@CantIllaoiThat]

Exactly What I was thinking!

[@allynkaufmann2213]

No they didn’t. Find the whole story. They were not all together at the time of the attack.

[@TrickRacing]

This makes me wanna cry. His friend saving his life by tackling the bear off him

[@Blake4625kHz]

This makes me wanna do more push ups😆

[@jld4870]

Such innocent, true bravery and brotherhood! Beautiful. Prayers for full recovery and all the support to process what the heck you just went through. Stay strong stay true boys…you and others will be blessed. ❤️

[@guillermovalido1764]

Those scars are a badge of honor. You my friend bow down to no one...

[@MT-jq9ij]

No amount of scars in the world can dim the shine of that hero’s soul!!! 1 of 1, LITERALLY A HANDFUL OF PEOPLE IN THE WORLD would do that for someone else. God bless him in this life AND the next

[@jadude119]

Way to go for protecting your brother, that's true friendship man- Praying for a speedy recovery!!

[@NoInjusticeLastsForever]

Praying doesn't do anything. Only actions do anything. I bet you pay for animal abuse. Time to practice the golden rule and live vegan.

[@Dr.IanPlect]

useless religious nonsense

[@juliusfishman7222]

That kid with the damage face has balls he literally fought a bear off his friend not many people have the balls to do that infact attacking a bear with you bear hands is basically guaranteed death, his courage brings tears to my eyes

[@hejhejdahejhejda3049]

In return he’s friend didn’t answe when he called he’s name I hope it was because he was passed out

[@VenturaHighwayman]

@@hejhejdahejhejda3049 He had just been attacked so probably shock.

[@AutisticBearLover]

These men are not only brave but fucking loyal. I’m so glad they survived.

[@stormyboy129]

People are gonna ask him how did you get those scars and he'll get to say "I fought a bear". Then he'll do the full story and they'll realize it's because he saved his friend. What an absolute top G this man is. How he got himself out of that situation with those gigantic balls is something I still don't understand.

[@mr.woowoo8826]

I'm truly glad they're ok, but seriously the battle scars he gets to show and talk about. I know that's messed up, but he gets to proudly say he survived a Grizzly attack. You imagine the first time he get's to tell his grandkids his story how legendary it will feel. "Well kids I'll tell you what, it was back in 22' when me and my buddies and I had to fight a bear. He bit me in the head, but your grandpa he survived it, because he knew. Sometimes you eat the bear, and sometimes the bear eats you".

[@jazminsanchez8046]

I was thinking the Same! So badass! 😎

[@Diana1000Smiles]

I think Climate Change has completely different plans as to the future of Humans.

[@retrorealtorteam]

Its like if your parent was a jedi master

[@Unknowngfyjoh]

Especially cause he did it to save his friends life. It's not like he was out being stupid like many bear attack stories.

[@Viralbutnotyet]

Couldn't have said it better.

[@VoIPPortland]

Dude #2 is the definition of a hero. 99% of people would have tried to run away and leave their friends behind.

[@marko514]

Are you in those 99%? Seems kinda cynical to say "99% of people would have tried to run away", without saying "me included"

[@5114ares]

@@marko514 You missed his point. Hes clearly the bear in that scenario and wants people to leave their buddies behind so he can eat them easier.

[@contraband1543]

@@marko514 I 100% would have ran away. If my best friend, of 15 years, got mauled by a bear in front of me, I am turning tail and booking it as fast as I can. Well actually I would shoot the thing because I'm not stupid enough to be unarmed in bear country. Anyway, I would weep for my friend, but there is no sense in replacing myself for him in at the mercy of a bear. Call me a coward or whatever you want, but I'm not getting mauled my a bear for anyone. Maybe my wife or kids if I had either. That's still debatable lmao going against a bear is insane and I'm only just barely crazy

[@garybuttherissilent5896]

@@contraband1543 That's not being a coward. That's just your decision then, it's okay to not want to die lol. Not being a hero != being a coward

[@User36282]

@@contraband1543 "Maybe my wife or kids if I had either" ... I think if you had either, you wouldn't even question laying down your life for them. Living with the guilt of having run away and abandoned your family would haunt you forever, unless you literally have no empathy. When you have children, you made the decision to become their protector and provider, especially if that means giving your life for them.

[@thesteampunknun2094]

The guy with the scars eventually let go of the grizzly. What a chad

[@donovanware2200]

That’s a friendship locked for life. Glory to God for protecting them 🙏

[@tedy2777]

dude with the biggest balls anyone can imagine is the friend we all hope to have but few are lucky to be graced with. Hats off to you brave sir!

[@antonioaguirre2832]

Bro is going to have a badass story for his grandchildren

[@DrifterSam]

Imagine opposing wrestlers checking their roster like: "Oh shit! That's the guy who wrestled a bear and won!"

[@dat_boii]

Nobody will ever have a better, more badass story for how they got their scars than this guy. Taking on a grizzly bear that was attacking your friend.. What an absolute legend.

[@brooklynnchick]

Wyoming Strong! As a fellow Wyomingite, it’s so good to know these fellows are now safe at home! Many thanks to everyone who took care of them. Well done you, young men, your dedication to each other make you real heroes.

[@ggntic]

I hope the kid who saved his friend's life wears his scars with pride! Very brave of him, true hero

[@colintrotsky1531]

What a story to tell your grandkids man. Respect.

[@CzarYe]

His nuts were bit off.....

[@adohmnail6445]

Absolutely hero! You guys are inspiring.

[@taulguedi637]

Friends like this is a brother forever. What a warrior!

[@coleenbradley4951]

I'm so thankful these friends fought for each other and how too protect their face and neck or the outcome would have been way worst. Glad you all alive I just want to cry.😣

[@mikebrocker722]

"Worse"

[@noretreat_nosurrender6892]

worse

[@tunneltime8885]

the most bad ass scars are ‘i survived a grizzly’ scars. that means you’re kinda lucky, honestly.

[@stoneneils]

WOw that guy is SO lucky!! He has both his eyes, his nose, his ears..unbelievable.

[@Monkeyabroad]

That man is a hero. People like him are few and far between

[@Murph999]

Much respect to this young man. The courage it would take to do that is astounding. I hope those injuries heal up well and the pain subsides overtime ... Bear attacks having lingering effects, both mental and physical.

[@DanBlabbers]

Yeah nobody beats a bear in a fight you just get lucky enough to make it go away. If that bear really wanted to it could have killed them all easily. That kid had enough courage to show a fighting spirit the bear recognized.

[@Praise___YaH]

HERE is Our TRUE Savior YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF” From the Ancient Egyptian Semitic: "Yad He Vav He" is what Moshe (Moses) wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3) Ancient Egyptian Semitic Direct Translation Yad - "Behold The Hand" He - "Behold the Breath" Vav - "Behold The NAIL"

[@Guts364]

This guy who got mauled by that bear is a respectable man