Gerrit Choate
Posted: Sat Jul 31, 2021 6:18 pmA post from Gerrit Choate's Twitter account:
"I made a post several months ago where I explained that I was experiencing severe overuse injuries to both of my feet that started in February 2020. My intention after being unable to play this past season was to let my feet fully recover and then continue playing my remaining two years of eligibility. After discussing the reality of my injuries with multiple doctors and my family, I've been advised that it is in my best interest to medically retire from football. The risk of long-term permanent damage to both feet is too high for me to continue playing. Although I'm absolutely crushed my football career was cut short and I'm still trying to come to terms with it, I'm incredibly grateful for the coaches, teammates and unforgettable memories I experienced on this journey. Being a football player was a huge blessing in my life, and I'll cherish it forever. I wish more than anything I could go out in a different way, but I'm extremely excited to see what this next chapter of my life has in store for me!!!"
"I made a post several months ago where I explained that I was experiencing severe overuse injuries to both of my feet that started in February 2020. My intention after being unable to play this past season was to let my feet fully recover and then continue playing my remaining two years of eligibility. After discussing the reality of my injuries with multiple doctors and my family, I've been advised that it is in my best interest to medically retire from football. The risk of long-term permanent damage to both feet is too high for me to continue playing. Although I'm absolutely crushed my football career was cut short and I'm still trying to come to terms with it, I'm incredibly grateful for the coaches, teammates and unforgettable memories I experienced on this journey. Being a football player was a huge blessing in my life, and I'll cherish it forever. I wish more than anything I could go out in a different way, but I'm extremely excited to see what this next chapter of my life has in store for me!!!"