Ethan Pritchard Back on the Field | Florida State Seminoles Football News

Florida State Seminoles Football Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 30, 2026 · 1m

Ethan Pritchard, Florida State’s sophomore linebacker who survived a gunshot to the head last year—thanks to a miracle of medical intervention and sheer will—is back on the field for the season opener. Shot in the back of the head while driving home with his family, he endured emergency surgery, weeks in the hospital, and grueling rehab before walking under his own power onto Doak Campbell Stadium. A viral video of him taking steps without a walker this summer showed just how far he’s come. Met with a deafening war chant from fans, his return isn’t just about football—it’s a triumph over…