
Tragic Loss: Former WVU Defensive Back William Davis Dies by Suicide
The West Virginia University football program honored former Mountaineer William Davis, who died in an apparent suicide on May 16, 2026, at age 22.
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The West Virginia University football program honored former Mountaineer William Davis, who died in an apparent suicide on May 16, 2026, at age 22.

The Bearkats community remembers William Davis, a 22‑year‑old defensive back whose transfer from Virginia Union was marked by optimism and whose legacy will be honored during the 2026 season.

The college football community mourns the sudden death of William Davis, a 22‑year‑old defensive lineman whose promising trajectory was cut short.

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A look at the life, career and the outpouring of grief following the death of William Davis, a defensive back remembered for his passion and leadership.

The sudden death of William Davis, a 22‑year‑old defensive back, has left his teammates, coaches and alumni seeking ways to commemorate his contributions on and off the field.

Defensive back William Davis died at 22 after transferring to Sam Houston State this year. Coach Phil Longo remembered him as a beloved teammate, and the school intends to commemorate his legacy in the upcoming season.