Baylor OL Who Retired Early Due to Knee Injury (2016)
Tanner Thrift, a 6'5", 305-lb Baylor offensive lineman from Hutto HS, appeared in 31 career games with just 3 starts before retiring as a senior in 2017 after a spring knee injury derailed his trajectory; a high school standout with 48 tackles and All-District honors as a defensive end, he transitioned to OL but couldn't overcome the setback. Versatile depth piece with size and athletic upside, but injury history makes him a high-risk prospect—not ideal for teams needing reliable starters.
