Medrick Burnett Jr., a 20-year-old linebacker for Alabama A&M University, has died after suffering a severe head injury during a game over a month ago. Initially, the university mistakenly announced his death, leading to confusion and retractions. Days later, the coroner confirmed the tragic news, stating Burnett had succumbed to his injuries after being hospitalized following a collision during the Magic City Classic. The unfortunate incident highlights ongoing concerns about player safety in college football.