Former Florida Gators OL Kaleb Boateng dies at student housing apartment complex

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - A former Florida Gators offensive lineman died suddenly on Thursday at a student housing apartment complex in Gainesville.

Social media tributes are acknowledging the death of the walk-on player Kaleb Boateng, an offensive lineman. Boateng was a member of the Florida team in 2021 after transferring from Clemson.

TV20 has confirmed Boateng died at the Varsity House apartment complex on Thursday night. The Gainesville Police Department determined the death was an apparent suicide.

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Clemson Head Coach Dabo Swinney provided a statement following reports of Boateng’s passing:

“We are deeply saddened to hear the news of Kaleb’s passing,” stated Swinney. “This is a very tragic and sad situation. Our prayers are with his family. While he was only here a couple of years before moving on, we remember Kaleb as being a good teammate and always having a good spirit to him. Our thoughts and condolences are with his family and all of those who were blessed to know him.”

Former UF Head Coach Dan Mullen stated on Twitter, “So sorry to hear about Kaleb Boateng. He always had a positive attitude and a great work ethic both on and off the field. Prayers to his family and friends.”

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