Alabama high school football player dies after suffering in-game brain injury

A 16-year-old Alabama high school football player tragically died after suffering a severe brain injury during a game over the weekend.

Caden Tellier was part of the John T. Morgan Academy football program. He was rushed to a nearby hospital on Friday evening, before passing away from his injuries, according to the private school’s Facebook page.

A recent story from KY3.com detailed the death of the Alabama student-athlete. Below is an excerpt from the KY3.com story.

Tellier was known for “his kindness, generosity and love,” according to a GoFundMe set up for his family. His organs will be donated.

“True to his nature, he is giving of himself one more time to save the lives of others through the donation of his organs. His legacy will live on forever, and we thank God that we had the opportunity to love him and be loved by him,” the GoFundMe reads.

The Alabama Independent School Association, of which Morgan Academy is a part, released a statement earlier Saturday regarding Tellier’s injury.

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“We ask that our entire AISA family and the people of Alabama join us in prayer for peace and comfort for Caden’s family and the Morgan Academy community as they navigate this difficult time,” said Michael McLendon, the AISA’s executive director.

To read the full story from KY3.com about the Alabam high school athlete, click here.