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Cam Rising Announces Medical Retirement After Seven-Year College Career

The Utah quarterback cites a lingering hand injury as the reason for ending his football journey, following advice from orthopedic specialists.

Utah Utes quarterback Cam Rising reacts against the Southern California Trojans at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.
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Oct 21, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Utah Utes quarterback Cam Rising reacts against the Southern California Trojans at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo
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.

Overview

  • Cam Rising, former Utah quarterback, has medically retired due to a hand injury sustained in September 2024 during a game against Baylor.
  • Rising plans to seek a third medical opinion and undergo surgery, but his playing career is officially over according to medical advice.
  • Over his seven-season college career, Rising led Utah to consecutive Pac-12 championships and Rose Bowl appearances in 2021 and 2022.
  • He finished his career with 6,127 passing yards, 53 touchdowns, 986 rushing yards, and 12 rushing scores in 30 games played.
  • Rising’s extended eligibility stemmed from NCAA redshirt rules and COVID-19 waivers, allowing him to play well beyond the typical collegiate tenure.