Sad news to report out of the Sun Belt.
Texas State defensive tackle Will Trevillion has reportedly passed away, according to a message from the Texas State football program:
Our thoughts and prayers are with friends and family of Will Trevillion. The world lost an amazing young man today.
— Texas State Football (@TXSTATEFOOTBALL) January 7, 2016
Former Alabama and Texas A&M head coach Dennis Franchione, who recently stepped down from his post as Texas State head coach, Tweeted this out on Wednesday night:
Our prayers go out to Will T. Family great parents with a special son who will be missed by many! His attitude/smile will be missed!RIP
— Coach Fran (@CoachDFran1) January 7, 2016
The details of the redshirt sophomore’s death are not yet known.
Nick Cole is a former print journalist with several years of experience covering the SEC. Born and raised in SEC country, he has taken in the game-day experience at all 14 stadiums.