The College Footballl world is absolutely heartbroken at the moment, as more and more learn of the passing of MJ Daniels. Everyone has been taking to social media to share their thoughts, prayers, and support for Daniels’ family, friends, and teammates.
Daniels, who was set to start this year for Southern Miss, and a four-star recruit, was tragically shot and killed on Tuesday night. Daniels was the starting cornerback for the team after transferring from the University of Mississippi just a year prior. Daniels passed at just 21 years old.
College Football Fans Share Their Prayers
There have been non stop prayers pouring in on social media for all of those close to Daniels who are in morning of the young soul that was lost. Here are some of the heartfelt prayers pouring in for the young man:
“On behalf of Ole Miss fans, we wish MJ and his family peace during this time. Rip king,” a user said.
“Fantastic human, player, and teammate. Devastating,” another commented.
“Georgia State Football sends our deepest condolences to the family, friends and loved ones of MJ Daniels and to the entire @SouthernMissFB family,” the Panthers shared this morning.
“We are deeply saddened by the loss of MJ Daniels. His smile was infectious and lit up the room,” Golden Eagles head coach Will Hall replied. “Please keep MJ’s loved ones and our Southern Miss family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”
“A great teammate and friend, but an even better person. The world is a worse place without MJ Daniels in it,” Jack Tannehill tweeted.
Southern Miss mourns the loss of MJ Daniels 💛
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Daniels family, friends, and Southern Miss community.
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— Southern Miss 🔝 (@USMGoldenEagles) June 12, 2024
Southern Miss released a statement on Wednesday as well:
The University of Southern Mississippi and the Department of Athletics mourn the loss of M.J. Daniels whose life was lost Tuesday evening during an incident that occurred off campus. We send our sincere condolences to his family, friends and teammates during this difficult time.
Daniels, from Lucedale, Mississippi, was a member of the Golden Eagle football team. He played his first season with the Golden Eagles last fall, after transferring from The University of Mississippi. In his lone season with the Golden Eagles, he registered 29 tackles in 12 games played and tied for the team lead in interceptions with three.
The University of Southern Mississippi Student Counseling Services has been made available to members of the Golden Eagle football program and individuals close to the university. Out of respect for the family and all impacted in this matter, the University and Athletic Department will have no further comment at this time.
We send our prayers and thoughts to all of those involved in such a terrible tragedy.
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Iam so sorry
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS
My condolences. I am truly sad for everyone.
My Most Sincere Condolences To The Family 🙏