Ex- Bengals and Texas Receiver Jordan Shipley Severely Injured in Farm Accident
Ex-University of Texas standout and professional football player Jordan Shipley is hospitalized after sustaining serious burns in an accident on his property near Burnet, Texas.
Details of the Tragic Event
According to a family statement, Shipley was using a piece of machinery when it ignited. 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. He was then care-flighted to a hospital in Austin, where he remains in critical but stable condition.
“Please pray for full healing and the prevention of infections and complications on his road to recovery,” wrote his brother, Jaxon Shipley, on Instagram.
Extent of Burns
Reports indicate that Shipley suffered third-degree burns to over one-fifth of his body. His brother noted that the main danger at this stage is the threat of infection and pneumonia.
A Look Back at Jordan Shipley's Career
Shipley received All-American honors while at Texas in 2009. As a collegiate athlete, he amassed 248 career catches for 3,191 yards and 33 touchdowns. He also ran track for the university.
Selected in the third round of the 2010 draft by the Bengals, he played for multiple NFL teams over his professional career. His retirement came in 2014.
Personal Life
Jordan Shipley is married and has two sons.
