Dametrius “Meechie” Walker, an honorary member of the Michigan football program and former high school football standout, has died.
Muskegon, Walker’s high school team, announced the news on social media Friday morning. Walker had been diagnosed with osteosarcoma, a rare bone cancer, in November 2020.
“It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that we share that Dametrius ‘Meechie’ Walker has passed away after a courageous fight with osteosarcoma,” the team wrote. “Thank you all for your support. Please continue to send prayers and positive vibes to his family during this time.