Caden Tellier, a 16-year-old high school football star, passed away after suffering a brain injury during a game for John T. Morgan Academy in Alabama. His mother described him as kind and generous, and mentioned that he was an organ donor. The school has set up a GoFundMe page to cover funeral expenses, raising $75,000 so far. Morgan Academy has canceled classes and activities to allow the community to come together and cope with the tragedy. Tellier’s death adds to a series of high school football player deaths in recent years. In 2022, a West Texas player died from a head injury, a Florida student passed away during practice in 2021, and a 15-year-old in Georgia collapsed and died during practice the same year. High school football-related deaths have sparked concerns about player safety and the risks of the sport. The school community and family are mourning the loss of Tellier, who is remembered as a shining light and loved the Lord. The Alabama Independent School Association has expressed support for Morgan Academy during this heartbreaking time.
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High school football player from Alabama dies from brain injury sustained during game
