Michigan quarterback Jack Tuttle announced his retirement on Monday.
In a message posted on social media, Tuttle said he’s stepping away from football after sustaining his fifth concussion. The 25-year-old said he’s “immeasurably thankful” for his opportunities and plans to pursue coaching.
“The past year has been challenging, marked by a UCL repair in my throwing arm that I didn’t fully recover from, which has caused ongoing issues,” Tuttle wrote. “And unfortunately, the recent experience of enduring my fifth concussion has brought forth the painful truth: that I need to start prioritizing my health. Throughout my college career, l’ve battled numerous injuries, culminating in this difficult choice to step away from playing the game that I love.”
Although they’re sad for Tuttle, fans wished him luck in life off the gridiron.
“Health and happiness above all else,” a fan wrote . “Good luck Tuttle and have a great life.”
“Thanks for being my rock, brother,” Michigan offensive lineman Blake Frazier told his teammate. “My future kids will hear lots of stories about their Uncle Tut.”
“Thank you, Jack. Wishing you all the best,” a fan said .
“Devastating for Tuttle, but sounds like the right decision for his future,” Kellen Voss of WXYZ 7 News Detroit wrote. “Five concussions is no joke.”
“We wish you the best in your next chapter Jack,” a fan said .
Tuttle spent four seasons at Indiana before transferring to Michigan in 2023. After winning a national championship as a backup to J.J. McCarthy, he played two games for Sherrone Moore’s squad this month
Tuttle completed 30 of 50 passes for 306 yards, a touchdown, and two interceptions in losses at Illinois and Washington. He’s thrown seven touchdowns in 23 career college games.
Here’s to a long and healthy life for Tuttle.
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