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Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
College Football Fans Saddened as Star Quarterback Announces Medical Retirement
Some upsetting news struck the college football world on Wednesday, as it was revealed that just a week after former Florida State star quarterback Jordan Travis announced his medical retirement, another standout has also been forced to call it a career due to persistent injuries. Utah Utes star quarterback Cameron Rising, who had a highly successful run with the program and likely cemented himself as one of the greatest players in its history, announced his medical retirement from football after battling multiple season-ending injuries throughout his collegiate career. "Due to a hand injury I suffered during the Baylor game, I've been advised by two orthopedic physicians that I will never be able to return to playing football," Rising posted on social media. "I'II be obtaining a 3rd medical opinion and will undergo the recommended surgery. I will continue to rehab and do all I can to get healthy. In the meantime, I will unfortunately be forced to medically retire from the game I love." Rising continued, "My why has always been my family. I have always thought of my teammates as my brothers and always will. Thank you guys for always pushing me to improve and just making this game enjoyable. Thank you to the coaches for guiding me in the right direction to become a better man and football player. Coach Ludwig, thank you for turning me into a football nerd and showing me the correct way to respect the game. Lastly, thank you to all the fans and everyone that supported me throughout my career. You all made the moments special." Fans reacted Rising's post: Advertisement "My favorite QB who has ever put on a University of Utah uniform… Nothing will beat the 2 PAC12 Championship seasons. Appreciate everything you've done for Utah football! You'll always have a fan in me," a fan said. "What a legend. You gave us the best memories and are a true Utah Man. I hope to see you part of the program for a long time. Much respect," another fan posted. "Sad. But once a ute always a ute!" someone else added. One more fan commented, "Bad Moon forever! Thank you." Utah Utes quarterback Cameron Rising (7)© Christopher Creveling-Imagn Images Rising is stepping away from the game at the age of 25—one of the older quarterbacks at the collegiate level—largely due to extended eligibility granted from injuries and the COVID-19 waiver. Advertisement A two-time Pac-12 champion, Rising's decision to retire was influenced by a hand injury he suffered early in the 2024 season against Baylor, which caused him to miss nine games that year. Despite the setbacks, his career was marked by impressive production. Over 30 games, he threw for 6,127 yards, 53 touchdowns, and just 17 interceptions, while also adding 986 rushing yards and 12 rushing scores. Rising appeared in every game during both the 2021 and 2022 seasons, but only played in one game in 2020 and missed the entirety of the 2023 season due to injury. Now, he steps away from a game in which he found immense success and left a lasting legacy at Utah. Related: Major College Football Program Ruled Ineligible for Bowl Games After Academic Collapse
Daily Mail
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mail
College football quarterback forced to retire due to major injury
Following five seasons playing college football, a former Power-5 conference championship winning quarterback has announced his retirement from the sport. Cameron Rising, who played four seasons at the University of Utah, revealed that he won't be pursuing a professional football career. Rising was one of the top quarterbacks in the sport back in 2022 but suffered a series of injuries that kept him away from the field. Last season, he was expected to be a top passer in the country before a hand injury just three games into the season ended his campaign. 'Due to a hand injury I suffered during the Baylor game, I've been advised by two orthopedic physicians that I will never be able to return to playing football,' Rising said in a post to his Instagram story. 'I'll be obtaining a 3rd medical opinion and will undergo the recommended surgery. I will continue to rehab and do all I can to get healthy. 'In the meantime, I will unfortunately be forced to medically retire from the game I love. 'My "why" has always been my family. I have always thought of my teammates as my brothers and always will. Thank you guys for always pushing me to improve and just making this game enjoyable. 'Thank you to the coaches for guiding me in the right direction to become a better man and football player. Coach [Andy] Ludwig, thank you for turning me into a football nerd and showing me the correct way to respect the game. 'Lastly, thank you to all the fans and everyone that supported me throughout my career. You all made the moments special.' A native of southern California, Rising was a three-star rated quarterback out of high school. 24/7 Sports rated him the 85th best prospect in the state and the 26th best quarterback in the vaunted QB recruiting class of 2018 that included future NFL signal callers Trevor Lawrence, Justin Fields, Tanner McKee, Dorian Thompson-Robinson, Matt Corral, Tyler Shough, Adrian Martinez, Joe Milton, Devin Leary, Will Levis, Brock Purdy, Michael Penix Jr. and Zach Wilson. After committing to the University of Texas, he redshirted in his freshman year. That offseason, he transferred to Utah. In the pandemic shortened 2020 season, Rising started the first game against USC but suffered a shoulder injury that ended his season. He lost the battle for starting quarterback in 2021, but was quickly installed as the starter after two games. Rising started 11 games throughout the 2021 season. Rising's peak came in 2022. He started all 13 games in his season, including in an upset victory over USC to win the Pac-12 Championship game. Rising was named MVP of that contest. That season, the Utes earned a trip to the Rose Bowl - where they lost to Penn State. In that game, Rising suffered a devastating knee injury as he tore multiple ligaments and the meniscus cartilage in his left knee. He missed all of the subsequent 2023 season as he recovered from the injury and announced in November that he'd return for 2024 to finish his college eligibility. After winning the first game of the season against Southern Utah, Rising suffered a finger injury against Baylor after being pushed out of bounds. Rising missed the next four games of the season before returning in Week 6 against Arizona State. In that game, he injured his leg and played the rest of the game with a limp. Two days later, Utah coach Kyle Wittingham declared him out for the remainder of the season. He recovered enough to complete a pro day with Utah, but was not drafted. Rising ends his football career with a record of 20-8 as a starter and completing 63 percent of his passes for 6,127 yards, 53 touchdowns, and 17 interceptions.
Newsweek
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Former Utah Star QB Cam Rising Retires Following NFL Draft
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Former University of Utah standout quarterback Cameron Rising announced his retirement from football Wednesday on his social media. He revealed he was advised to retire for medical reasons. More news: Former College Football Star Wide Receiver at USC, Tennessee Announces Sudden Retirement Following NFL Draft "Due to a hand injury I suffered during the Baylor game, l've been advised by two orthopedic physicians that I will never be able to return to playing football," Rising wrote in a post on his X. "I'll be obtaining a third medical opinion and will undergo the recommended surgery. I will continue to rehab and do all I can to get healthy. In the meantime, I will unfortunately be forced to medically retire from the game I love." Rising, 25, was a freshman in college in 2018 at the University of Texas, but took a redshirt year and transferred to Utah. He then redshirted his first year at Utah, before getting limited action in 2020. More news: Shedeur Sanders Makes Shocking Admission After Slipping to 5th Round of NFL Draft In 2021, Rising became the full-time starter at Utah, completing 63.6 percent of his passes for 2,493 yards with 20 touchdowns and five interceptions. He was even better in 2022, completing 64.7 percent of his passes for 3,034 yards with 26 touchdowns and eight interceptions. He added six rushing touchdowns each season. PASADENA, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 01: Cameron Rising #7 of the Utah Utes throws a pass as Tyreke Smith #11 of the Ohio State Buckeyes pressures him during the first half in the Rose Bowl Game... PASADENA, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 01: Cameron Rising #7 of the Utah Utes throws a pass as Tyreke Smith #11 of the Ohio State Buckeyes pressures him during the first half in the Rose Bowl Game at Rose Bowl Stadium on January 01, 2022 in Pasadena, California. More Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images This past season, Rising dealt with multiple injuries to his hand and leg. He appeared in just three games, and is now moving on from his football career. "My why has always been my family," Rising continued in his statement. "I have always thought of my teammates as my brothers and always will. Thank you guys for always pushing me to improve and just making this game enjoyable. Thank you to the coaches for guiding me in the right direction to become a better man and football player. Coach Ludwig, thank you for turning me into a football nerd and showing me the correct way to respect the game. Lastly, thank you to all the fans and everyone that supported me throughout my career. You all made the moments special." Rising led the Utes to two Rose Bowls in his tenure with the school. In January 2022, the Utes lost, 48-45, to Ohio State University. In January 2023, the Utes lost, 35-21, to Penn State University. More news: Jets Quarterback Suddenly Retires From NFL in Shocking Announcement For more football news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
