Summary
Texas football coach Steve Sarkisian showed support for former player Jordan Shipley, who is in critical condition after an accident at his ranch. Shipley suffered severe burns when a machine caught fire, but he escaped and is now recovering in hospital. Shipley's family and supporters are asking for prayers as he faces a long recovery.
Key Facts
- Jordan Shipley, a former Texas Longhorns football player, experienced an accident on his ranch that left him with severe burns.
- The incident happened on January 7 when a machine he was using caught fire.
- Shipley managed to escape the fire and was driven to a local hospital by a worker on his ranch.
- He is currently in critical but stable condition at Austin Hospital.
- Shipley suffered third-degree burns on over 20% of his body.
- His wife has shared updates on his condition, stating that his recovery will be long and challenging.
- Jordan Shipley is well-known for his college football career, including playing a key role in Texas reaching the National Championship game in 2009.
- Shipley was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals in the NFL and played for a few NFL teams during his professional career.
