Todric McGee (Photo via Twitter)
The Missouri State University football team received some unfortunate news on Saturday. Todric McGee, a talented starting safety for the Missouri State Bears, tragically passed away at the age of 21.

His death on April 19 has left a profound impact on the Missouri State football community, as authorities have linked his passing to a “possible accidental self-inflicted gunshot wound.”

The authorities received a wellness check call on McGee on April 18, when they found the young football star in a critical condition.

Unfortunately, McGee did not survive his injuries after authorities transported him to a nearby hospital.

The incident is currently under investigation, and further details regarding the event are yet unclear.

McGee was well-respected and celebrated both on and off the field.

He graduated from Wichita Northwest High School in Kansas and was preparing for his fifth season with the Bears.

Missouri State University Football HC Pens Emotional Note After Todric McGee’s Tragic Death

Todric McGee (Photo via Twitter)
While everyone around late Todric McGee is going through a really tough time, Missouri State’s head coach, Ryan Beard, penned a heartfelt note.

Beard has asked for privacy for the family and team as they navigate this difficult time.

He encouraged support and prayers for McGee and his loved ones.

“Our football family is in shock and in mourning at the loss of Todric. We ask everyone to please respect the privacy of his family and our MoState football team at this time as we begin the healing process.

Join us in praying for Todric and the people who loved him,” Beard said in his statement.

However, McGee was a talented player, recognized as a second-team All-Missouri Valley Conference player in 2023.

He made significant contributions to the team, including being the first player to achieve over 100 tackles since 2021.

Despite suffering a season-ending injury during the 2024 season, he had a successful start with 42 tackles over the first five games.

Missouri State was preparing to transition to Conference USA this upcoming season, while he was set to become a fifth-year senior in 2025.

The season is set to begin with a game against USC on August 30.