Accidents

This booking photo released, by the Athens-Clarke County, Ga., Sheriff's Office shows former Georgia football player Jalen Carter after he turned himself into authorities late Wednesday, March 1, 2023, in Athens, Ga. Carter, projected as one of the top players in the NFL draft, turned himself in to Athens police Wednesday night and was released 16 minutes later after posting a combined bond of $4,000 on charges of reckless driving and racing in relation to a fatal crash that killed a teammate and team staffer. (Athens-Clarke County Sheriff's Office via AP)

Jalen Carter, top NFL prospect, posts bond in fatal crash

By Charles Odum Mar. 02, 2023 02:20 PM EST

One-time Clemson starter, DB Fred Davis II, to transfer

Dec. 04, 2022 07:44 PM EST
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — One-time Clemson starting defensive back Fred Davis II, sued by an accident victim when he and teammate Malcolm Greene allegedly were seen...

Memorial flowers and stuffed animals line walkway at Scott Stadium after three football players were killed in a shooting on the grounds of the University of Virginia Tuesday Nov. 15, 2022, in Charlottesville. Va. Authorities say three people have been killed and two others were wounded in a shooting at the University of Virginia and a student suspect is in custody. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)

Universities focus on athletes' mental health after crises

By Ralph D. Russo Nov. 16, 2022 05:18 PM EST

This undated photo provided by San José State University shows Camdan McWright. Officials say a school bus carrying students struck and killed McWright, a San Jose State University freshman football player, as he rode a scooter near campus. The California Highway Patrol says the San Jose Unified School District bus had the green light when McWright, 18, entered the crosswalk directly in its path.(Terrell Lloyd/San José State Athletics via AP)

San Jose St. postpones game following death of running back

Oct. 21, 2022 07:58 PM EDT

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney watches a video replay during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Wake Forest in Winston-Salem, N.C., Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)

Clemson DBs Greene, Davis II sued by accident victim

Oct. 05, 2022 05:19 PM EDT

Purdue running back Devin Mockobee (45), left, celebrates after scoring against Indiana State during an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, in West Lafayette, Ind. (Alex Martin/Journal & Courier via AP)

O'Connell, Jones help Purdue take easy route past Sycamores

By Michael Marot Sep. 10, 2022 07:17 PM EDT

Indiana State football assistant head coach Mark Smith hugs a player after a vigil on Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022 at Memorial Stadium in Terre Haute, Ind., for students, including fellow football players, who were involved in a car crash earlier in the day. (Joseph C. Garza/The Tribune-Star via AP)

Grieving Indiana State looks ahead after deadly car crash

By Michael Marot Sep. 09, 2022 01:24 PM EDT

Purdue wide receiver Charlie Jones is tackled by Penn State cornerback Joey Porter Jr. (9) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Boilermakers are hoping to rebound against Indiana State

By The Associated Press Sep. 08, 2022 11:37 AM EDT

Cole's big plays on defense spark Indiana State in opener

Sep. 01, 2022 10:05 PM EDT
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (AP) — Rylan Cole had two interceptions and a key tackle for loss and Indiana State defeated North Alabama 17-14 in overtime in a season-opener on...

Cal DL Brett Johnson out for season with lower-body injury

Aug. 27, 2022 05:32 PM EDT
BERKELEY, Calif. (AP) — California defensive lineman Brett Johnson will miss a second straight season after going down with a lower-body injury. Coach...

Members of the Indiana State football team console one another after a vigil at Memorial Stadium in Terre Haute, Ind., on Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, for students, including fellow football players, who were involved in a car crash earlier in the day. (Joseph C. Garza/The Tribune-Star via AP)

2 Indiana State football players among 3 killed in crash

Aug. 22, 2022 12:16 PM EDT

Emporia State football player dies in cliff-diving accident

Jul. 05, 2022 12:58 PM EDT
EMPORIA, Kan. (AP) — Brexten Green, a wide receiver on the Emporia State football team, died over the weekend in a cliff-diving accident at Grand Lake in Oklahoma,...

Fire at Camp Randall Stadium renovation injures one person

Apr. 13, 2022 04:52 PM EDT
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A fire broke out Wednesday morning during a renovation project at Camp Randall Stadium, causing one worker to get taken to the hospital with...

Court to hear support case against Tavaris Jackson estate

Nov. 12, 2021 12:53 PM EST
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — A Minnesota woman seeking more than $360,000 in child support from the estate of one-time NFL quarterback Tavaris Jackson, who died in...

Family says Texas player died of accidental overdose

Oct. 21, 2021 06:37 PM EDT
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Former Texas linebacker Jake Ehlinger, the younger brother of former Longhorns quarterback Sam Ehlinger, died of a an accidental drug...

FILE - Utah defensive back Aaron Lowe (2) is shown in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Arizona, in Tucson, Ariz., in this Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, file photo. A University of Utah football player has been killed in a shooting at a house party early Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, Salt Lake City police said. The shooting that killed Aaron Lowe occurred just after midnight, only hours after the Utes beat Washington State 24-13. Police said another victim in the attack was in critical condition and authorities were searching for a suspect. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri, File)

Utah's Lowe killed in shooting less than a year after Jordan

Sep. 26, 2021 01:00 PM EDT

Rutgers defensive back Max Melton (16) makes a play on a pass intended for Delaware wide receiver Brett Buckman (13) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, in Piscataway, N.J. Rutgers won, 45-13. (Andrew Mills/NJ Advance Media via AP)

Rutgers suspends 2 football players after paintball shooting

Sep. 21, 2021 01:38 PM EDT

Alabama backup linebacker charged with DUI after crash

Aug. 29, 2021 01:35 PM EDT
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Alabama linebacker Quandarrius Robinson has been charged with driving under the influence after a three-car crash. ...

Clemson CB Davis arrested for reckless driving

Aug. 01, 2021 08:20 PM EDT
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Clemson cornerback Fred Davis II was arrested and charged with misdemeanor reckless driving for going 60 mph over the posted speed limit...