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Ethan Pritchard set to join FSU for Week 0 opener after recovery

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 3:00 PM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Ethan Pritchard set to join FSU for Week 0 opener after recovery

Summary

Ethan Pritchard plans to join Florida State during their Week 0 game against New Mexico State on August 29, 2026. This marks nearly a year since he survived a gunshot wound to the head. Pritchard spent weeks in recovery, including time in intensive care, before being released in October 2025. He expressed optimism about his recovery, stating he feels better than before the incident. The game kicks off at 7:30 PM ET at Doak Campbell Stadium.

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Status Watch

•Ethan Pritchard expected to walk out with FSU on August 29.
•He survived a gunshot wound nearly one year ago.
•Pritchard was in critical condition for weeks after the incident.
•He aims to return to the field for future games.

Latest Updates

11:11 PMYahoo Sports — Ethan Pritchard returns to Doak, walks to FSU football's sidelines
3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Ethan Pritchard expected to walk out with FSU in Week 0 year after gunshot wound

What they're saying

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Nearly a year after taking a gunshot to his head, Ethan Pritchard plans to walk out with Florida State in its Week 0 opener vs. New Mexico State on Saturday.
— Yahoo Sports