RIP Caden Tellier. It’s a heartbreaking weekend in Alabama as the entire community mourns the loss of a star quarterback. A promising young quarterback of theirs tragically passed away on Saturday after suffering a brain injury during a game the previous day. This is said to have occurred during a high-octane matchup between Morgan Academy and Southern Academy in Selma.

During the match, Caden Tellier took a hard tackle. And unfortunately, it was his last. After the play, he went to the sidelines but suddenly collapsed. Soon, medical staff rushed to treat him on-site, but as the situation grew more dire, Tellier was airlifted to Birmingham’s UAB Hospital. There, he passed away the next day because of a brain injury. He was only 16 years old and making a name for himself; thus, the news shocked everyone.

Amid this, Morgan Academy and the Alabama Independent School Association (AISA) provided updates on the situation. Even soon after Caden Tellier’s passing, AISA gave its first official statement. Morgan Academy joined quickly, posting, “It is with a heavy heart that I must inform you that Caden Tellier has gone to be with his Lord and Savior.”  

This Alabama school has also canceled all major sports-related events for the coming week to showcase its grief. Instead, it will join Tellier’s family for a nostalgic memorial service.

School and parents honor Caden Tellier

Caden Tellier’s parents are handling this considerable loss with grace. On Saturday, they announced they would be donating Caden’s organs to make his living worthwhile. Well, it takes immense strength to make such a noble decision in this situation.

Meanwhile, the family will also attend a memorial service at Morgan Academy today. Caden’s father, Jamie Tellier, has nothing but praise for the high school and the community. “There has been an outpouring of love from everyone,” Jamie said, expressing his gratitude for all the support they’ve received. The proud dad couldn’t help but sing his son’s praises with tearful eyes. 

Caden was, in fact, a talented two-sport star who played both football and baseball for his school. In that, football seems to be his special love. Even years ago, his dad posted on social media how Caden Tellier was a huge fan of former Alabama quarterback A.J. McCarron. His dream of being a quarterback like McCarron was not a joke. Last year alone, he scored 7 touchdowns and gained 1,228 yards just by playing HS games. Looks like a great to-be pro league athlete was taken soon by God.