Statesboro, Georgia – Jordan Wiggins, a freshman football player at Georgia Southern University, tragically passed away in a suspected suicide, as reported on October 4, 2024.
Wiggins, a Tallahassee, Florida native, was a promising offensive guard for the Georgia Southern Eagles football team.
His sudden death has left the university community in shock, and condolences continue to pour in from peers, coaches, and classmates.
The Georgia Southern Athletics Department released a statement, confirming the heartbreaking news of Wiggins’s passing and expressing deep sympathy for his family, teammates, and friends.
The department added, "As more information becomes available, we’ll let you know."
While no formal statement has been made by the university regarding the circumstances of his death, the case is currently under investigation.
Wiggins’s death has sparked concern about the mental health struggles students face, with many highlighting the importance of emotional well-being alongside academic performance.
Georgia Southern is offering support to students and staff during this difficult time.
His loss is felt deeply by his teammates, the university, and the broader community.