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Bru McCoy Retires from Football at 24 Due to Medical Concerns

The former Tennessee wide receiver cites long-term health considerations following a serious ankle injury and going undrafted in the 2025 NFL Draft.

GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - APRIL 24: Fans gather at the NFL Draft stage during the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft at Lambeau Field on April 24, 2025 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Nov 2, 2024; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Bru McCoy (5) walks off the field after defeating the Kentucky Wildcats at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Saul Young/USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Bru McCoy announced his medical retirement from football at age 24, prioritizing his long-term health after consulting with doctors and family.
  • His decision follows a severe ankle injury in 2023, which required multiple surgeries but allowed him to return for a full season in 2024.
  • In his final collegiate season, McCoy recorded 39 receptions for 472 yards and two touchdowns, serving as a Tennessee team captain for five games.
  • Despite participating in the 2025 Senior Bowl, McCoy went undrafted in the NFL Draft, reportedly due to concerns about his injury history.
  • McCoy expressed gratitude to his supporters and emphasized his commitment to new pursuits beyond football, calling this a new chapter in his journey.