Mississippi State freshman football player Keith Joseph Jr. died in a one-car accident Friday night en route to attend his former Pascagoula High School team’s game.
His father, Keith Joseph Sr., was also tragically killed in the accident. Joseph Sr. played linebacker for the Bulldogs from 1989-92.
“We are deeply saddened and heartbroken by the tragic loss of Keith Jr. and his father,” said Mississippi State head coach Dan Mullen. “Keith had such a promising future as a Bulldog following in the legacy started by Keith Sr.