Former University of South Florida football player, Teigan Martin, passed away at the age of 20 following a car crash in Minnesota.
In a statement from the Carver County Sheriff’s Office, Martin crashed his 2013 BMW M3 in a ditch just off Country Road 122, east of County Road 21, just after 5:00 a.m. on Monday, June 24.
“Deputies arrived on scene and located a single vehicle that had crashed in the north ditch of County Road 122,” the sheriff’s office stated, describing the vehicle as a black 2013 BMW M5. It was further confirmed that the driver, identified as 20-year-old Teigan John Martin of Mayer, Minnesota, died at the scene.
The sheriff’s department further reported that the preliminary investigation determined Martin was driving eastbound on County Road 122 at a high rate of speed, crossed over the westbound lane of traffic, entered the road ditch, and rolled the vehicle.
It was reported that Teigan Martin had been wearing his seatbelt. “Speed may have been a factor,” the authorities continued. “And it is unknown if alcohol was involved in the crash.”
The Carver County Sheriff’s Office then concluded that an autopsy would be completed by the Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office. The department is located in Ramsey, Minnesota. The sheriff’s office is continuing to investigate the crash. The Watertown Fire Department assisted on the scene.
The University of South Florida Pays Tribute to Teigan Martin Following Deadly Car Accident
Following the news that Teigan Martin died, the University of South Florida football team paid tribute to the athlete.
“We are deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Teigan Martin,” the post on X (formerly Twitter) reads. “We extend our thoughts and prayers to Teigan’s family, friends, and all who knew and loved him.”
University of South Florida coach, Alex Golesh also spoke out about Martin’s death. “We are heartbroken by the tragic passing of Teigan Martin. His loss is felt profoundly by his teammates, our coaches and staff, and all those who knew and loved him.”
“We extend our deepest sympathies to Teigan’s family and friends, and keep them in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.”
CBS Sports reports that Martin was a reserve for the University of South Florida during the 2023 season. He played for Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia during the 2022 season.
Martin was previously considered as a two-star prospect in the Class of 2022 by 247Sports.