The college football world is mourning this weekend as Utah State Aggies football player Andre Seldon Jr. has passed away after a tragic accident.
The school announced the news of his tragic passing on late Saturday night.
“Our football program is heartbroken to have to endure the loss of one of our own,” interim head coach and defensive coordinator Nate Dreiling said in a statement. “Having had a previous relationship with Andre during our time together at New Mexico State, I can tell you he was an incredible person and teammate. Our condolences and prayers go out to Andre’s family as we grieve with them over this tremendous loss.”
According to the announcement from Utah State, Seldon was seen diving from cliffs at Porcupine Reservoir on Saturday but did not resurface. His body was then found at 9:05 p.m. by the Utah Department of Public Safety dive team.
Obviously, this is an absolutely tragic loss for Utah State and the college football community, and people quickly flooded social media to mourn his passing and pay tribute.
Andre Seldon played at NM State in 2022 and 2023. He was adored by literally everyone; teammates, coaches, fans and the media. Not many people I’ve covered that I thought as highly of as I did of Andre. Great player, so insightful and so genuine a person. I will miss him. RIP. https://t.co/LN66J9gKNC
— Colin Deaver (@ColinDeaverTV) July 21, 2024
I’ll never forget Andre Seldon Jr.
One of the best athletes and great human beings I’ve had the opportunity to cover.
This is absolutely heartbreaking. Thoughts and prayers to his family and friends. https://t.co/co0E7puvOM
— Sam Guzman (@SamGuzmanTV) July 21, 2024
I was floored when I heard the news earlier today. An absolute tragedy, a life cut far too short. The hearts of Aggie Nation and many more will be with the Seldon family. https://t.co/vs2u9zFQ32
— Jason Walker (@jwalker_sports) July 21, 2024
Rest in peace to Andre 😔🙏
Prayers to his family and loved ones. Once a wolverine, always a wolverine 💙💛 https://t.co/PmcbiSUoD1
— Championship Connoisseur (@UMvsEveryone) July 21, 2024
I just can’t describe how heartbreaking this is. Andre’s family, friends, and teammates are going through the unthinkable right now and they are in my heart. https://t.co/m06rcQfJ8J
— parker ballantyne (@Pshark14) July 21, 2024
Absolutely heartbroken right now. https://t.co/TArzhT87LX
— Tyler Knowles (@S_TKnowles) July 21, 2024
Seldon had recently joined the Utah State football program this summer after transferring from New Mexico State where he spent the past two seasons. Before joining New Mexico State, Seldon spent two seasons with the Michigan Wolverines.
