Former UNC Star Cedric Gray Lands in Concussion Protocol After UTV Accident

Former North Carolina Tar Heels star and Tennessee Titans linebacker Cedric Gray is in concussion protocol after he was in a UTV accident over the weekend.

"[Gray] was involved in a UTV [ultra terrain vehicle] accident in Tennessee and sustained a concussion and minor injuries," the Tennessee Titans said in a statement. "We look forward to Cedric returning to the field soon and in full health when he clears the NFL’s concussion protocol."

Gray was selected in the fourth round of the 2024 NFL Draft and has proven to be a quality linebacker for the Titans. In his rookie season, he didn't have much of a role, as he had 22 total tackles in seven games.

Gray played at a high level in the 2025 season, recording 164 total tackles, seven tackles for loss, a sack, four pass deflections, and two fumble recoveries. He is emerging as one of the best young linebackers in the league, and Gray could be a star in the 2026 season when he's healthy.

The 23-year-old is a key piece of the Titans' defense, and they hope he can get back on the field soon.

Gray played at an elite level during his time with the Tar Heels and was a true leader on their defense. In the 2021 season, Gray had 100 total tackles, seven tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks, three pass deflections, two interceptions, a forced fumble, and a fumble recovery.

Gray played at an even higher level in 2022, recording 145 total tackles, 12 tackles for loss, a sack, six pass deflections, two interceptions, three forced fumbles, and two fumble recoveries.

He had a strong senior season, finishing with 121 total tackles, 11 tackles for loss, five sacks, four pass deflections, an interception, two forced fumbles, and two fumble recoveries.

Gray played at an elite level during his time at North Carolina and is developing into a quality piece in the NFL for the Titans' defense.

The Tar Heels will wish Gray a speedy recovery and a return to building his career as a starting linebacker in the league.