After being hurt about the news of Henry Ruggs III, more sadness has hit the Alabama football program.
According to its social media, the Crimson Tide has confirmed the death of former offensive lineman Grant Hill.
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Hill, a native of Hunstville, Ala., died this morning. The cause of his passing is unknown.
He was destined to be one of the best offensive linemen of the Nick Saban era. Hill arrived as a four-star in the 2013 signing class. The 6-foot-6, 300-pounder had smooth footwork, strong technique, and high potential to be an exceptional guard. He got extensive playing time as a true freshman in 2013, earning praise from his teammates. Hill was on Alabama’s 2014 SEC Championship team and College Football Playoff roster. He left the University of Alabama in the spring of 2015 — due to a medical issue — but earned his degree in 2017.
Grant Hill was a wonderful teammate and friend. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends during this devastating time. pic.twitter.com/OJiNHdo9bU
— Alabama Football (@AlabamaFTBL) November 2, 2021
The program remembers Hill as a “wonderful teammate and friend.”
He is the third former player under Saban at Alabama to die within the past year. Linebacker Rowdy Harrell (2009-12) was tragically killed in a car accident last November. Defensive lineman Lorenzo Washington (2005-09) died in February.
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Stephen M. Smith is the managing editor and senior writer for Touchdown Alabama Magazine. You can “like” him on Facebook or “follow” him on Twitter, via @CoachingMSmith.
