University of New Mexico Football Player Jaden Hullaby Dead at 21 | PEOPLE

College football player Jaden Hullaby has passed away at the age of 21.

New Mexico Football confirmed the athlete's death on social media. "The Lobo family is saddened to learn of the passing of former RB/TE Jaden Hullaby. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Jaden’s family and all who knew him," the school's football team shared on Twitter.

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University of New Mexico Football Player Jaden Hullaby Dead at 21 | PEOPLE

[justchilling]

Awe that’s so awful so sad so young. RIP young man. God bless condolences to his family and friends.

[randythemitoman]

I wonder why so many young, health athletes are dying suddenly?