According to reports from ABC 4 in Utah, Ty Jordan, the PAC-12 Freshman of the Year has died.
Jordan, who was a star running Back for Utah, was in Texas for the holidays when he was involved in an accidental shooting early this morning.
According to Denton Police Department, they responded to a report of a gunshot victim. Initial reports indicate that he accidentally shot himself, however details of the shooting have not been released at this time.
POLICE PRESENCE | There is currently a police presence in the 1100 block of Avenue A. Officers responded to a shooting call and located a single gunshot victim, who was transported to a local hospital. pic.twitter.com/oKKyD8mcKz
— Denton Police Dept (@DENTONPD) December 26, 2020
Jordan had a breakout season this past year with Utah, rushing for 597 yards and 6 touchdowns in just five games. The future was bright for this budding star, and unfortunately, he was taken too soon.
The College Football world reacted this morning to the gut-wrenching news:
Rest In Peace, #22. Forever in our hearts.
We love you, Ty. pic.twitter.com/ZaXjWKg4Nc
— Utah Football (@Utah_Football) December 26, 2020
All my boys need prayer right now. We lost our brother, friend, and teammates. Lord wrap your hands around his family and friends all over the world. We are going to miss that smile Ty. Go lay on Moma’s shoulders for eternity. Forever #buzzgang ❤️😢🙏👑 @_ylfotyt pic.twitter.com/RygPnQeNi0
— True Buzz Athletics (@TrueBuzzFB) December 26, 2020
Heart broken over the news about Ty Jordan…one of the best kids I’ve ever been around in recruiting. Praying for his family and loved ones. #LLTY
— Coach Justin Stepp SnagCrew CEO (@coachjstepp) December 26, 2020
Woke up to the news and my heart sank for Ty Jordan, his family and his future. Most think of what a career he had ahead of him, but even the life beyond just football. All of it gone. Ute fam will mourn this for a long time 🙏🏻. pic.twitter.com/0Ep0fgZ5Qt
— Steve Tate (@tate28) December 26, 2020
The news of Ty Jordan will hit ALL OF US like a ton of bricks.
In my 16 years I've never seen a freshman RB explode on the scene like him.
I've never had coaches rave about a player's discipline & dedication like this young man.
He was football perfection.
He'll be sorely missed. pic.twitter.com/5D5oDtysYs— Hans Olsen (@975Hans) December 26, 2020
