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FSU Linebacker Ethan Pritchard Released from Jacksonville Rehab After Mistaken Identity Shooting Incident

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Published on November 13, 2025
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Ethan Pritchard, the Florida State University (FSU) linebacker who endured a life-threatening headshot, has been released from a Jacksonville rehabilitation center. The incident happened back in August when Pritchard was reportedly taking his family home after the FSU's win over Alabama.

The shooting, deemed a tragic case of mistaken identity, left him in critical but stable condition. Following months of treatment at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, the athlete was subsequently transferred to Brooks Rehabilitation to continue his recovery. His discharge from the facility was reported by WESH.

During his rehabilitation, Pritchard made significant progress, a fact accentuated by a recent video he posted on Facebook, which showcased him working out and lifting weights. This weekend marks a poignant milestone as he is set to return to Tallahassee, coinciding with FSU's game against Virginia Tech, as WFTV detailed.