Former LSU football player and coach Jerry Stovall dies at 85
ESPN NCAAF • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 10:50 PM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026
Jerry Stovall, a prominent figure in the history of LSU football, died on Monday at the age of 85. The university announced the death of the former player and head coach. During his time as a student-athlete at LSU, Stovall earned the nickname Mr. Everything for his versatile contributions to the team. He was recognized as an All-America player before transitioning into his coaching career. His death marks the passing of a significant individual associated with the program's long-standing football history. LSU officials confirmed the news on August 31, 2026.
- •Jerry Stovall died on Monday at age 85.
- •LSU announced the passing of the former coach and player.
- •Stovall earned the nickname Mr. Everything during his All-America playing career at LSU.
- 11:39 PMESPN NCAAF — Former LSU coach Stovall, 'Mr. Everything,' dies
"Jerry Stovall, a former LSU football coach and an All-America player nicknamed "Mr. Everything," died on Monday, the school announced at the age of 85.
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