Oregon tight end Spencer Webb died in an apparent diving accident near Eugene, where the university is located. He was 22.
died Wednesday in an apparent diving accident near Eugene, where the university is located. He was 22.
The Lane County Sheriff’s Office reported an accidental diving death on Wednesday night. The post did not mention Webb, but his former high school coaches confirmed the young player’s death to the Sacramento Bee. "The Lane County Sheriff’s Office responded to the rock slides just a short distance west of Triangle Lake at approximately 2:30pm after receiving the report of an injured person," officials.
EUGENE, OR - OCTOBER 30: Spencer Webb of the Oregon Ducks runs with the ball against the Colorado Buffaloes at Autzen Stadium on October 30, 2021 in Eugene, Oregon. "There is no evidence of foul play and his death appears to be accidental. The victim’s name is being withheld at this time pending next of kin notification."
Ducks football coach Dan Lanning led the tributes on social media, writing, "So full of life in every moment of the day. Your smile and energy will be missed Spencer.". He had 13 catches for 87 yards and a touchdown. In 2019, he had 18 catches for 209 yards and three touchdowns in nine games.
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