Former Cincinnati Bengals and Texas Wide Receiver Jordan Shipley Badly Injured in Ranch Accident
Former Texas star and NFL receiver Jordan Shipley is receiving treatment after suffering severe burns in an accident on his ranch near his Texas hometown.
Details of the Tragic Event
According to a family statement, Shipley was using 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 large area of his body. He reached a ranch employee, who transported him to a nearby medical facility. He was then care-flighted 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 road to recovery,” posted his brother, Jaxon Shipley, on Instagram.
Extent of Injuries
Reports indicate that Shipley suffered third-degree burns to more than 20% of his body. His brother noted that the primary risk at this stage is infection and lung complications.
Recalling Jordan Shipley's Career
Shipley earned Associated Press All-America honors while at Texas in 2009. As a collegiate athlete, he amassed 248 receptions for over 3,000 receiving yards and 33 touchdowns. A dual-sport athlete, he also competed in track for the university.
Selected in the third round of the 2010 NFL draft by the Cincinnati Bengals, he had stints with Cincinnati, Jacksonville, and Tampa Bay over three seasons. He officially retired in 2014.
Personal Life
Jordan Shipley is a husband and father of two sons.
