Sadness through the North Carolina football and athletic program as former Tar Heel wideout Tylee Craft died Saturday after a battle with cancer.
Craft, 23, was diagnosed with cancer in 2022 and the Chapel Hill school’s community and network rallied in support through the #TyleeStrong hashtag.
The Tar Heels honored Craft during their loss to Georgia Tech on Saturday.
Mack Brown announces that Tylee Craft has passed away after a two and a half year battle with cancer.
Today’s Cancer Awareness Game was dedicated to him. pic.twitter.com/y0jQMI5gGI
— Will Dalton (@thewilldalton) October 12, 2024
Wide receiver J.J. Jones wore Craft’s jersey with his No. 13 and last name during the game. Jones had three receptions for 64 yards and a touchdown while honoring Craft in the ACC game.
Mack Brown announces that Tylee Craft has passed away after a two and a half year battle with cancer.
Today’s Cancer Awareness Game was dedicated to him. pic.twitter.com/y0jQMI5gGI
— Will Dalton (@thewilldalton) October 12, 2024
It is with love and fond memories that we announce Tylee Craft has begun his journey on the other side.
Tylee meant so much to so many and affected us in ways we’ll always be thankful for. He was 1-of-1 and, while he won’t be with us in body, he’ll be watching over us with his… pic.twitter.com/UutVS5QSKk
— Carolina Football (@UNCFootball) October 12, 2024
In loving memory of Tylee Craft 🩵 #TyleeStrongForever pic.twitter.com/ixaSZY0TzB
— Carolina Football (@UNCFootball) October 12, 2024