Alabama A&M linebacker Medrick Burnett Jr. died Tuesday evening following injuries received during the Magic City Classic game against Alabama State University in late October. Burnett was 20 years old. Alabama A&M announced Burnett’s passing in a Wednesday morning release.

Medrick Burnett Jr. was a linebacker in his first season with A&M. He was hurt during the game and taken off the field on a stretcher.

Alabama A&M University has announced the passing of football player Medrick Burnett Jr. Burnett joined the team in the summer of 2024 and played linebacker. He was a native of California.