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UAB Football Player Charged with Attempted Murder Following Stabbing Incident
11/25/2025, 2:29:05 PM
Incident Overview
On November 22, 2025, Daniel Israel Mincey, a 20-year-old redshirt freshman football player at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), was charged with attempted murder and aggravated assault after allegedly stabbing two teammates, JaSire Peterson and Joshua Underwood, at the Football Operations Center on campus. The incident occurred shortly after 10 a.m. and resulted in both players being hospitalized. Mincey was arrested later that day and is currently held at the Jefferson County Jail on a $90,000 bond.
Details of the Attack
Court documents indicate that Mincey faces attempted murder charges for the stabbing of Peterson, a redshirt freshman from Union City, New Jersey, and first-degree assault charges for the attack on Underwood, a freshman from Fultondale, Alabama. The motive behind the stabbings has not been disclosed by authorities. Following the incident, both injured players were released from the hospital on November 24, 2025.
Official Responses and Support Measures
Interim Head Coach Alex Mortensen addressed the media following the incident, emphasizing the importance of the players' well-being. He stated that counseling services are available for the team and encouraged players to prioritize their mental health. Mortensen noted, “We’ve opened the door every time we’re together to say hey, whatever you’re feeling... get the help you need.” The team considered not playing their scheduled game against South Florida but ultimately decided to proceed after confirming that both Peterson and Underwood were stable.
Impact on the Team and Community
The stabbing incident has cast a shadow over UAB football, with Athletic Director Mark Ingram acknowledging the gravity of the situation. He remarked, “Saturday was a very sad day for UAB football,” highlighting the emotional toll on the team and its supporters. The team played against South Florida on November 25, 2025, losing the game 48-18, but chose to honor their senior players during the match.
Criticism and Opposition
While the focus remains on the well-being of the injured players, there has been criticism regarding the decision to proceed with the game. Some players opted to sit out, reflecting the emotional impact of the incident on the team. The decision-making process surrounding the game has raised questions about the balance between athletic commitments and the mental health of student-athletes.
Verbatim Quotes
- “We recognized the gravity of what happened Saturday morning and did very seriously consider not playing the game,” — Mark Ingram, Athletic Director
- “What’s most important to us is the well-being of our student-athletes, of our players.” — Alex Mortensen, Interim Head Coach
What's Next
UAB's football team is set to close its season against Tulsa on December 2, 2025. The ongoing investigation into the stabbing incident and its implications for the team and university community will likely continue to unfold in the coming weeks.
