Michigan quarterback Jack Tuttle announced his retirement from college football this Monday.
The Wolverines QB has chosen to hang it up due to a string of concussions, having sustained five of them over the course of his college career. He has also struggled since having UCL surgery, which he never fully recovered from.
Tuttle played at Indiana and Utah before moving to Ann Arbor. He was part of the Wolverines’ run to the national championship last season and started in important games, backing up the likes of Michael Penix Jr. and J.J. McCarthy.
In his retirement announcement, which he posted to Instagram, Tuttle thanked his coaches, teammates, and the various staff members he worked with.
“Today, I am announcing my retirement from college football. This decision, though difficult, comes after deep reflection and heartfelt conversations with my family, doctors, and loved ones,” it reads. “I want to thank Coach Moore, the staff and my teammates – I love all of you guys. I will continue to help Team 145 as we prepare for the rest of the season.
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Jack Tuttle Wants To Get Into Coaching
While his playing days are over, Tuttle wants to remain in football and hopes to land a role as a coach.
“Though closing this chapter is unfortunate, my passion for football will always be a part of me,” he added in his post. “I am committed to finding a different role in the game and plan to pursue a role in coaching.”
Jack Tuttle’s decision to retire signals the end of a difficult career, although it was quite memorable, as he made significant contributions to the teams he played for but dealt with several serious injuries.
