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Former Syracuse QB Rex Culpepper Dies at 28

3/17/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Rex Culpepper, a former Syracuse University quarterback, died at 28 from injuries after a Georgia dirt bike accident, the Syracuse football program confirmed.
He overcame testicular cancer at age 20, demonstrating resilience as the college football community mourns his loss.
Culpepper played for the Orange from 2017 to 2020, appearing in 30 games and earning the Jim DaRin Courage Award.
Savanna Morgan, Culpepper's fiancée, shared a heartfelt tribute.

History

Historical Context

Established in 2019, the Jim DaRin Courage Award honors athletes overcoming adversity, inspired by Rex Culpepper's battle with testicular cancer. Culpepper, who played 30 games for Syracuse University from 2017 to 2020, tragically died in a dirt bike accident at 28. His story highlights the critical need for increased awareness and support for athlete health and safety in sports.

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Story summary

Rex Culpepper, a former Syracuse University quarterback, died at 28 from injuries after a Georgia dirt bike accident, the Syracuse football program confirmed.
He overcame testicular cancer at age 20, demonstrating resilience as the college football community mourns his loss.
Culpepper played for the Orange from 2017 to 2020, appearing in 30 games and earning the Jim DaRin Courage Award.
Savanna Morgan, Culpepper's fiancée, shared a heartfelt tribute.

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