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Georgia Tech Football Commit Bryce Gowdy Dies After Being Hit by Freight Train

High school wide receiver and Georgia Tech signee Bryce Gowdy died Monday, the school confirmed.

According to ESPN'sAndrea Adelson, Gowdy was hit by a freight train Deerfield Beach, Florida. The Broward Sheriff's Office said its homicide detectives are investigating the case and that the medical examiner's office has yet to determine a cause of death.

Yellow Jackets head coach Geoff Collins issued a statement regarding Gowdy's death:

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We are heartbroken. Bryce will always be a part of our Georgia Tech Football Family. We will be praying for him and all those who love him.