Former Mississippi State tight end C.J. Sirmones was killed last night with what is being ruled a homicide by Lawrence County (TN) police, according to a report from The Starkville Daily’s Joel Coleman.
BREAKING: Former MSU tight end CJ Sirmones was killed last night according to Lawrence County (TN) Sheriff's Office. Ruled a homicide.
— Joel Coleman (@JoelTColeman) July 27, 2016
No further details being made available at this time. A press release on the situation expected later today says SO. https://t.co/Flj4WrUCOk
— Joel Coleman (@JoelTColeman) July 27, 2016
Sirmones is most known for his game-tying touchdown against Ole Miss in the 1999 Egg Bowl with :38 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter. Mississippi State found itself down 20-13 about 12 yards deep into opponent territory, but quarterback Wayne Madkin found a wide-open Sirmones down the field, who scampered in for the score. The Bulldogs would then end up converting on a 44-yard, game-winning field goal before regulation expired.
If you're a youngster wondering 'Who is CJ Sirmones?' Here's one good reason why he'll live forever in MSU lore. https://t.co/PL5nj58d3k
— Joel Coleman (@JoelTColeman) July 27, 2016
This is the second fatal occurrence involving a Bulldogs player over the last two weeks, with wide receiver Chris Smith passing away following a shooting earlier this month.
We will monitor and update this story as it continues to develop.
Tyler Waddell is a member of the Saturday Down South news team. He brings over five years of professional journalism experience and is closing in on a Bachelor's in sports management. Follow him on Twitter (@Tyler_Waddell).
