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Rodney Anderson shuts down false death rumor after tragic OU mix-up

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No, former Oklahoma running back Rodney Anderson, who’s only 28, did not die, but another former OU running back, Rotnei Anderson, did sadly pass away late Sunday night, according to multiple reports.

There was confusion among Sooner Nation after Jim Traber on Monday afternoon during his radio show on The Sports Animal said that Rodney Anderson had died, with context insinuating it was the younger of the two.

Shortly after, through, Anderson posted on social media to clear the air and confirm he is still alive.

“I think something was said on the @sportsanimal about me passing away.