Hunter Rayburn won't be able to continue his playing career because of a neck injury.
Hunter Rayburn won't be able to continue his playing career because of a neck injury.

Hunter Rayburn won't be able to continue his playing career because of a neck injury, it was confirmed Thursday night.

Rayburn started at left guard and center in six games last season. He was in the lineup for the final five games, including the 20-13 win against Iowa State in the Cheez-It Bowl. He will stay with the team as a student assistant.

A four-star recruit who was ranked as the No. 18 offensive guard in the country, Rayburn had 97 snaps in his first two seasons. He worked through injuries last season.

All five starters were going to return on the offensive. Rayburn was targeted for center with Marcus Tate at left guard, Will Putnam at right guard, Jordan McFadden at left tackle, and Walker Parks at right tackle. Mason Trotter will be needed in the middle without Rayburn. He did not play in the bowl game after recovering from a broken hand.

The annual Orange and White scrimmage will be held on April 9.

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Hunter Rayburn's career was cut short by injury.

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