Tragedy has rocked the college football world.
Sam Houston State University, a public research university in Texas, announced on Sunday that one of its standout young men had passed away.
The Bearkats football program confirmed the tragic news in an X post.
We are deeply saddened by the passing of William Davis. All of our thoughts and prayers are with the Davis family today. pic.twitter.com/yam9idMERc
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— Sam Houston Football (@BearkatsFB) May 18, 2026
William Davis, a talented defensive back, was just 22 years old.
Davis’ collegiate career began at Virginia Union, before he transferred to West Virginia. He would graduate from West Virginia in 2025 with a master of science in sports management.
Despite graduating, Davis sought to continue his football career, eventually leading him to Sam Houston, where he was set to compete for a roster spot, per Fox News.
Both Sam Houston’s football head coach and
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