Former LSU quarterback Colin Hurley is planning a return to college football following a period of medical retirement.
Hurley, who previously enrolled at LSU in 2024 after reclassifying, later transferred to Michigan following the 2025 season.
His collegiate career was interrupted by significant health challenges, including a car accident where he was found unresponsive after hitting a tree, noted by ClutchPoints.
While at Michigan, Hurley was forced to medically retire due to a concussion, though he remained enrolled in classes and participated in team workouts during the winter and spring, according to reports from Yahoo Sports.
Despite his medical retirement, the quarterback is now preparing to resume his playing career.
“Colin has worked hard on his health and is excited to come back to the sport he loves,” said his agent, Brian Davis, in an interview with On3.
The agent added that his client remains eager to compete on the field.
“Colin has two years of eligibility left and can’t wait to play again,” the outlets reported.
Hurley has yet to throw a pass at the collegiate level but maintains at least two years of eligibility, with the potential to apply for additional time.
As a high school prospect from Trinity Christian Academy in Florida, he was a highly touted recruit who chose LSU over several major programs, including Alabama, Georgia, and Ohio State.
He also earned recognition as an All-American and an Elite 11 finalist during his time in high school.
The college football transfer portal is scheduled to open officially on January 4.
While players may announce their intentions to transfer before that date, they are prohibited from entering the portal until the window officially begins.
Once the portal opens, athletes will have a ten-day period to finalize their entry.
Hurley’s path back to the gridiron will be closely monitored as he seeks a new program to continue his development.