Southern Nazarene football player Tyler Ulrich dies after game injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 9:18 PM
Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Southern Nazarene University sophomore safety Tyler Ulrich, 21, has died following a serious injury he sustained during a game at Ouachita Baptist University on October 10. The university announced his passing on October 15, noting that Ulrich had been hospitalized since the injury occurred. SNU President Dr. Keith Newman expressed condolences and provided support resources for the campus community grappling with the loss. Ulrich was a valued member of the football team and was surrounded by family and friends during his hospitalization.
- •Tyler Ulrich died after a football injury sustained on October 10.
- •He was hospitalized following a traumatic injury during the game.
- •SNU President Dr. Keith Newman addressed the campus community.
- •Support services have been made available for students and staff.
- •Ulrich joined the Southern Nazarene football program after high school.
- 9:18 PMYahoo Sports — Southern Nazarene football player dies after injury
"Southern Nazarene University sophomore safety Tyler Ulrich has died following an injury sustained during a game.
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