New York Jets backup quarterback Jordan Travis—who never took an NFL snap—announced his retirement Wednesday, citing complications from the gruesome leg injury he suffered at Florida State on November 18, 2023. The surgically repaired left ankle “never responded the way we hoped,” Travis said in an emotional statement, adding that doctors have advised him to walk away “from the game I love so deeply.”
Jordan Travis Injury Forces Early Exit
Travis’s career-altering injury occurred during an 11-0 start for then-undefeated Florida State against North Alabama. On a scramble, an apparent hip-drop tackle left him with a fractured and dislocated left ankle. Despite extensive rehabilitation—including protocols overseen by orthopedist Dr. Robert Anderson—Travis’s leg never regained full strength or stability.
- Date of Injury: November 18, 2023
- Nature of Injury: Fractured and dislocated left ankle (hip-drop tackle)
- Rehab Team: Orthopedist Robert Anderson and Jets medical staff
- Outcome: Remained on Jets’ non-football injury list for all of the 2024 season
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Jets Draft and Depth Chart Ramifications
Selected 171st overall in the fifth round of the 2024 NFL Draft, Travis turned 25 last week and had hoped to secure a future as Aaron Rodgers’s successor in New York. Jets General Manager Darren Mougey—who joined the organization after Travis was drafted—expressed regret over the outcome:
“Jordan has informed us of his intent to retire due to the injury he sustained while at Florida State. It is unfortunate that he was unable to get back on the field after working so hard. We support his decision and wish him only the best.”
With Travis stepping away, the Jets—who passed on drafting a quarterback this spring—remain committed to veteran Justin Fields and Tyrod Taylor atop the depth chart. Behind them, Adrian Martinez returns from the practice squad, and undrafted free agent Brady Cook adds to QB depth.
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Rehab Controversy and Personal Reflections
In early March, Travis’s agent, Deiric Jackson, criticized the team’s approach: “His rehab with the Jets was not the best. They tried to rush him… It caused the setback, and we had to shut him down completely.” The Jets countered that they strictly adhered to the surgeon’s timeline. At the time, Jackson remained “optimistic” about Travis’s chances for 2025—an outlook undone by recent medical advice.
In a handwritten note shared on social media, Travis thanked the Jets organization “for believing in me and providing me with the opportunity to live out the ultimate dream.” He acknowledged life’s unpredictability: “This is not the ending I had ever imagined, but I do trust the Lord’s plan above all else.”
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FSU Legacy and College Achievements
Before turning pro, Jordan Travis enjoyed a stellar run at Florida State. After transferring from Louisville, he produced a 28-10 starting record for the Seminoles, guiding them to an 11-0 regular season in 2023. Travis finished fifth in Heisman Trophy voting, completing 64% of his passes for 20 touchdowns and only two interceptions. His competitiveness and leadership had scouts envisioning a promising NFL trajectory.
What’s Next for Jordan Travis
Though his playing days are over, Travis’s journey is far from finished. With a career cut short, he may pivot to coaching, broadcasting, or philanthropy—leveraging his platform to inspire others. As he takes this “unexpected turn,” the football community wishes him health and success in wherever life leads next.
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