Texas A&M announces passing of former DB Brian Williams at 24
By Andrew Olson
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Texas A&M is mourning the loss of a former player.
The program posted on Tuesday about the unexpected passing of former Aggie defensive back Brian Williams.
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— Texas A&M Football (@AggieFootball) May 20, 2025
Our thoughts and condolences are with the family and friends of former Texas A&M Football safety Brian Williams ‘24. pic.twitter.com/w6NuPjkp18
Rawleigh Williams III, a former Arkansas running back, told The Dallas Morning News that Brian, his younger brother, died on Sunday morning from severe heat stroke after running a half marathon on Saturday in Irving, Texas.
Rawleigh shared photos of himself and his brother through the years in a social media post remembering Brian.
B you are my heart. The BEST version of us in every single way B,” Rawleigh posted. “I don’t think I can make it without you but I’m going to try for our parents and our sister. I love you brother.
Brian Williams, a Dallas native, was a standout at Bishop Dunne High School and named an Under Armour All-American. He joined the Aggies in 2019 and played in 19 games over 3 seasons.
Williams was 24 years old.
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