Former USC and Loyola High offensive lineman Chris Brown has died at age 24, USC head coach Clay Helton announced on Twitter on Sunday.
Brown’s cause of death was not immediately known.
“Heartbroken to hear the news that we lost Chris Brown today. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Brown family,” Helton tweeted. “Chris meant so much to so many. Great person, player, teammate, and Trojan. God bless my friend. You are forever in our hearts.”
Brown played at USC from 2014-2018, starting his final two seasons as a Trojan. As a junior, he was named to the All-Pac-12 honorable mention.
Following his college career, Brown went undrafted in 2018. He signed as a free agent with the Los Angeles Chargers before going to on to play in the XFL with the DC Defenders.
Brown arrived at USC after starting three seasons at Loyola High. As a senior, he was named All-Serra League Lineman of the Year.