Utah State football player dies by drowning – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

Utah State cornerback Andre Seldon Jr. died Saturday after drowning in the Porcupine Reservoir, the school said.

A search began Saturday afternoon after callers reported a young man who had dived from the reservoir’s cliffs had not surfaced, the Cache County Sheriff’s Office said. His body was recovered by a dive team around 9:05 p.m.

“Our investigation leads us to believe this was a tragic accident as multiple witnesses provided similar information,” the sheriff’s office said.

Seldon joined the Utah State football program this summer after transferring from New Mexico State, where he played the past two seasons under Utah State’s interim head coach and defensive coordinator Nate Dreiling. He previously played two seasons at Michigan.

“Our football program is devastated to lose one of our own,” Dreiling said. “I had a prior relationship with Andre during our time together at New Mexico State, and I can tell you what an incredible person and teammate he was. Our condolences and prayers go out to Andre’s family as we grieve with them over this tremendous loss.”

Dreiling was promoted earlier this month after Utah State fired Blake Anderson for violating university rules.

Seldon, who played for Belleville High School in Michigan, played in 15 games for New Mexico State last season, recording 36 tackles, seven pass breakups and one interception.

“The Aggie community is devastated to learn of the passing of Andre Seldon Jr.,” New Mexico State said in a social media post. “Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.”

Seldon was scheduled to begin classes at Utah State University in the fall.

“Our Utah State University Athletics family is devastated by the sudden passing of Andre Seldon Jr.,” Utah State Vice President and Athletic Director Diana Sabau said. “We extend our deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, teammates and all who loved Andre.”