# Mayville State QB Matt Donovan Opens Eyes

> Mayville State QB Matt Donovan opens eyes during family visits after brain injury.
- Title: Mayville State QB Matt Donovan Opens Eyes · Valleynewslive
- Summary: Mayville State QB Matt Donovan opens eyes during family visits after brain injury. Mayville State quarterback Matt Donovan began interacting with family…
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- Source: Valleynewslive — https://valleynewslive.com/2026/10/18/mayville-state-qb-matt-donovan-opens-eyes-tracks-family-during-visits
- Published: 2026-10-18T18:36:59.556+00:00
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## Matt Donovan family interaction
Mayville State quarterback Matt Donovan interacted with family for 45 minutes with eyes open after brain injury surgery.

> Terry Donovan wrote that the day began with about 40 minutes of him talking to Matt with his eyes open
## Family shows Matt photos
Terry Donovan showed Matt photos including his father's face, who appeared to smile slightly.

> He said he could not confirm whether Matt recognized the photo, but Matt appeared to have a slight grin
## Family plans rehabilitation
Family plans Monday trip to Madonna rehabilitation facility after Matt's brain injury surgery.

> Terry Donovan wrote that the family remains on track for a planned trip to Madonna, a rehabilitation facility, on Monday, Oct. 19
## Key takeaway

Mayville State quarterback Matt Donovan began interacting with family while awake after traumatic brain injury surgery.