College football player dies in tragic accident

Just before the start of another college football season, the Utah State Aggies were struck by tragedy over the weekend when defensive back Andre Seldon Jr. passed away in a tragic accident.

On Saturday night, Andre Seldon Jr. was found dead by the Utah Department of Public Safety dive team after he was observed jumping off the cliffs at Porcupine Reservoir and did not resurface. The Utah State Aggies football team announced the news of his tragic death late Saturday night.

“Our football program is deeply saddened to have to deal with the loss of one of our members,” interim coach and defensive coordinator Nate Dreiling said in a statement Saturday night. “Having previously shared a relationship with Andre during our time together at New Mexico State, I can tell you that he was an incredible person and teammate. Our condolences and prayers go out to Andre’s family as we grieve with them over this terrible loss.”

Seldon joined the team this summer after two seasons at New Mexico State and was scheduled to begin classes in the fall. Before that, Seldon spent the first two seasons of his college career with the Michigan Wolverines.

It is a devastating tragedy that will undoubtedly leave the people of the state of Utah in mourning.

(Utah State Aggies)