Oregon Football Player Spencer Webb Dies In Diving Accident

EUGENE, Ore. – Oregon Ducks tight end Spencer Webb has been killed in a diving accident.

The Sacramento Bee says the six-foot-six star football player died Wednesday afternoon while cliff-diving near Triangle Lake west of Eugene.

The Lane County Sheriff’s Office said on Facebook that paramedics were unable to revive the 22-year-old, who was found 100 yards down a steep trail.

The post said there was no evidence of foul play and his death appears to be accidental.

Spencer Webb was expected to be a starter for the Oregon Ducks this fall.

UO Athletics Mourns The Loss Of Spencer Webb

Statement from Oregon athletic director Rob Mullens, head football coach Dan Lanning, and the Oregon football program on the loss of Spencer Webb:

“We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Spencer Webb. Our hearts go out to his family, teammates, and friends at such a difficult time. We will miss Spencer greatly.”