Travis Vokolek announces medical retirement from the NFL
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 12:45 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Former Nebraska tight end Travis Vokolek has announced his medical retirement from the NFL due to a serious neck injury. The 25-year-old made the announcement on Instagram, stating that he had consulted multiple doctors and neurologists before reaching this decision. Vokolek played his last season with the Arizona Cardinals, where he contributed mostly on special teams and tallied two solo tackles over five games. He spent three seasons at Nebraska before going undrafted and began his professional career with the Baltimore Ravens. Vokolek expressed gratitude for his time playing football at the highest level.
- •Travis Vokolek announced his retirement on Instagram.
- •He suffered a neck injury during his last NFL season.
- •Vokolek played for the Arizona Cardinals and previously for Nebraska.
- •He had five games and two solo tackles in the NFL.
- •He expressed gratitude for his football experiences and memories.
- 12:45 PMYahoo Sports — Former Nebraska tight end announces medical retirement from the NFL
"A former Husker announced his retirement from the NFL. Tight end Travis Vokolek made the announcement on Instagram that he is medically retiring.
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