JB Mauney Injury

On July 23, 2023, JB Mauney Injury that ended his career. Bull riding legend J.B. Mauney suffered a devastating neck injury that ended his 19-year career. The two-time PBR World Champion’s disaster on Arctic Killer at the Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo shocked fans around the world.

• Just like a career-ending injury.
• JB Mauney Injury road to recovery and a new life after riding.
• Safety changes are influenced by his accident.
• Exclusive insights from J.B. himself.

JB Mauney Injury: Minute-by-Minute Breakdown

The Fateful Ride

• Bull: Arctic Assassin (Bushwacker bloodline, scored 46.5 points)
• Incident: At 5.7 seconds, Mauney’s head snapped back violently
• Diagnosis: C4/C5 vertebrae fracture + spinal cord compression

Immediate Aftermath

1. 0:03 – Mauney landed headfirst in the dirt
2. 0:12 – Medical team stabilized his neck
3. 0:19 – Airlifted to UCHealth Trauma Center
4. 2:36 – Emergency spinal surgery began

“I knew it was bad when I couldn’t feel my fingers,” Mauney told Western Sports Journal.

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JB Mauney Injury Statistics & Impact

Statistic	Data	Source
Career earnings pre-injury	$7,419,474 (PBR record)	PBR 2023 Media Guide
Years riding professionally	19 (2004-2023)	PRCA Records
Previous major injuries	26 (including 3 neck fractures)	ESPN Documentary
Recovery timeline	9 months to walk unassisted	UCHealth Reports
Social media engagement	18M+ views on injury footage	TikTok/YouTube Analytics

Mauney’s Career Before the Injury

Historic Achievements

• Only rider to surpass $7 million in earnings
• 75+ 90-point rides (3rd all-time)
• 32 PBR premier series wins (tied record)

Notable Previous Injuries

1. 2015: Broken leg (missed 6 months)
2. 2017: Torn groin muscle
3. 2021: Concussion with memory loss

Life After the Injury: Mauney’s New Chapter

1. Coaching the Oklahoma Wildcatters

• Became head coach of PBR’s newest team in 2024
• Developed “Mauney’s Rule” – mandatory helmet use for all riders

2. Ranching & Bull Breeding

• Operates XV Ranch in Stephenville, TX
• Retired Arctic Assassin lives on the property

3. Safety Advocacy

• Partners with Rodeo Safety Network
• Lobbies for better arena medical coverage

Safety Changes Inspired by Mauney’s Injury

1. PBR Rule Updates (2024 Season)

Change	Impact
Mandatory neck braces	Reduced cervical injuries by 38%
Faster medical response	On-site neurosurgeons at all PBR events
Stricter bull evaluations	20% fewer dangerous bulls approved

2. New Protective Gear

• Vest Airbags: Deploy during hard impacts ($1,200/unit)
• Smart Helmets: Alert medics to potential concussions

FAQs: JB Mauney Speaks Out

How to Watch the Injury Footage

he full wreck is available on:

• PBR’s YouTube (9.3M views)
• Check Mate Youtube
• ESPN “E:60” Special (Aired 2/18/24)
• TikTok #RodeoInjuries (14M+ tags)

A Legacy That Continues

While Mauney’s riding career ended, his impact grows stronger through:

✔ Coaching the next generation
✔ Pushing for critical safety reforms
✔ Proving rodeo legends never truly retire

“The arena was my life, but now I’m building something bigger,” Mauney said at his 2025 PBR Hall of Fame induction.