Former Illinois defensive end Bobby Roundtree, who was paralyzed in a 2019 swimming accident, died unexpectedly Friday at age 23.
"All of us with Illinois Athletics are shocked and saddened by the sudden passing of Bobby Roundtree," athletic director Josh Whitman said. "From his first day on campus, Bobby was a leader. His work ethic, competitive fire, and drive for excellence set him apart.
Roundtree suffered a severe spinal cord injury in the accident when he went home to Florida for a visit in May 2019. He had been rehabilitating in the Tampa area, where he died.He frequently posted videos to Twitter highlighting the progress in his rehabilitation sessions, with the most recent coming Monday.
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