Baylor University freshman football player Alex Foster has the entire football world in mourning over his tragic death, the university’s football program confirmed Wednesday.
The Baylor defensive lineman passed away at the young age of 18.
Foster, who was listed as 6-foot-5 and 292 pounds, died suddenly, with rumors stating he was killed following a shooting.
Foster reportedly died following a shooting on Tuesday evening.
“We are heartbroken by the unexpected passing of Alex Foster, a beloved teammate, friend, and a cherished part of the Baylor family,” Baylor coach Dave Aranda and athletic director Mack Rhoades said in a joint statement.
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“Our thoughts and prayers are with Alex’s family and all those who loved him. In this time of deep sorrow, we draw strength from our faith and the unwavering love of the Baylor community. Our immediate focus is on supporting Alex’s family and his teammates through this devastating loss. Alex’s memory will forever be a part of Baylor University.”
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Aranda posted a separate message on X, adding, “Our hearts are broken, and our prayers are with his family, friends, and all those who loved him so deeply.”
Alex Foster was a native of Mississippi and played at St. Joseph High School in Greenville, Mississippi.
He was an ESPN three-star recruit in the 2024 class.
Baylor Had Big Plans For Alex Foster
Baylor University redshirt freshman Alex Foster, a defensive lineman from Greenville, Mississippi, died on Wednesday.
On3 rated him a four-star prospect and ranked him the No. 152 overall recruit in the nation. Foster joined the Bears in the 2023 recruiting class and redshirted his freshman season while developing on the defensive line.
His death came at a crucial time as he was expected to anchor a spot on the two-deep for second-year defensive line coach Inoke Breckterfield this fall.
Now, he will forever have unfulfilled dreams due to his tragic passing.
