Ex-University of Texas standout and professional football player Jordan Shipley is hospitalized after sustaining severe burns in an incident on his ranch near Burnet, Texas.
Details of the Tragic Event
Per a release from his family, Shipley was operating a piece of machinery when it caught fire. Although the 40-year-old was able to free himself, it was after he suffered major burn injuries over a significant portion of his body. He reached a ranch employee, who drove him to a local hospital. Subsequently, he was airlifted to a hospital in Austin, where he is in critical but stable condition.
“Please pray for full healing and no infections or other issues on his journey back to health,” posted his brother, Jaxon Shipley, on Instagram.
Severity of the Injuries
It has been reported that Shipley received full-thickness burns to over one-fifth of his body. Family members have stated that the primary risk at this stage is the threat of infection and lung complications.
Recalling Jordan Shipley's Football Journey
Shipley received All-American honors with the Longhorns in 2009. As a collegiate athlete, he amassed 248 career catches for over 3,000 receiving yards and 33 touchdowns. He also ran track for the university.
Drafted in the third round of the 2010 draft by the Cincinnati Bengals, he played for multiple NFL teams over three seasons. His retirement came in 2014.
Personal Life
Jordan Shipley is a husband and has two sons.
