Utah Utes freshman running back Ty Jordan passed away, according to a statement released from the university on Saturday.
This is all so devastating. Jordan was just 19 years old — he was a kid. He also just had a fantastic season and was recently named the Pac-12’s Freshman Offensive Player of the Year. But, more than that, he was beloved by his teammates and coaches.
All the details of Jordan’s tragic passing have not yet been revealed, The university did confirm Jordan’s passing with a tweet on Saturday morning. Head coach Kyle Whittingham also released a statement on Jordan’s tragic passing, saying the team was devastated and heartbroken by the news.
Rest In Peace, #22. Forever in our hearts.
We love you, Ty. pic.twitter.com/ZaXjWKg4Nc
— Utah Football (@Utah_Football) December 26, 2020
Whittingham talked about the mark Jordan left on the program and how much they’ll miss him.
Utah head football coach Kyle Whittingham's statement on Ty Jordan's passing. pic.twitter.com/XeqSGuKCb8
— Hans Olsen (@975Hans) December 26, 2020
“Ty’s personality and smile were infectious and he made a huge impact on our program in the short time he was with us. He leaves an indelible mark on each of us and our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. From the bottom of our hearts, all of us in the Utah Football Family want to say we love you Ty and may you rest in peace.”
College football fans and players, including some of Jordan’s teammates, reacted to the tragic news.
Wow! This one hurts💔 R.I.P lil bro #LLTJ 🕊 https://t.co/oyNPh6FTxr
— Devin Brumfield🦏 (@brumfield_devin) December 26, 2020
Rest In Peace Ty. Can’t believe your gone. Grateful our lives crossed paths. You will forever be missed 🙏🏻 https://t.co/VUWdpFSdLJ
— Jake Bentley (@JakeBentley19) December 26, 2020
Man this is so wild!!! I didn’t know him but I did know He had an amazing season as a freshman!! And was going to be an amazing talent Rest In Peace Ty Jordan man! This is crazy!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 https://t.co/t5T9wopaOb
— Donovan Mitchell (@spidadmitchell) December 26, 2020
Ty Jordan was named Pac-12 Rookie of the Year yesterday.
Ty Jordan is dead today.
Don't take life for granted. pic.twitter.com/xyXjissaYG
— Steven R. Walker (@Steve_R_Walker) December 26, 2020
Rest In Peace Ty Jordan.
Absolutely devastating news. Prayers up to the Jordan family and his close ones.
Once a Texas commit, Jordan was named the AP Pac-12 Newcomer of the Year for Utah after rushing for 597 yards and 6 touchdowns in five games for the Utes. pic.twitter.com/9rl5VYatcg
— Nick Harris (@NickHarris247) December 26, 2020
Ty Jordan was just scratching the surface of his talent… what a tragic loss. 🙏
RIP Ty ♥️ #Utah pic.twitter.com/y0pKBUYSid
— 4_luvadagame_24 (@ace_1985) December 26, 2020
RIP to Utah RB Ty Jordan. I’m sending my condolences to the family of Ty and the Utah football program this morning.
pic.twitter.com/BvLsI87AMH— Michael Balko (@MichaelBalkoJr) December 26, 2020
Our deepest condolences to Ty Jordan’s family, friends, teammates and coaches.
Rest In Peace, #22. https://t.co/VAN7qfz9Sn
— USC Football (@USC_FB) December 26, 2020
This kid had a bright future. Sad. RIP Ty Jordan @_ylfotyt https://t.co/lakubhd44z
— Malakai Mokofisi Jr. (@babymals) December 26, 2020
