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“One of Us, Always” — Packers Heartbroken After Corey Adams Shot Dead at 18

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Green Bay, WI – July 20, 2025
The Green Bay football community is in mourning after devastating news broke over the weekend. Corey Adams, just 18 and preparing to begin his college football journey, was shot and killed Saturday night in Cordova, Tennessee.

The incident occurred at 10:14 p.m. outside a residential neighborhood, resulting in five injuries and Adams as the sole fatality. Police found him in a vehicle suffering from critical wounds, and despite urgent medical efforts, his life could not be saved.

In Green Bay, Adams’s name represented far more than athletic promise. He was known as a hard-working, humble young man — a rising talent whose passion inspired coaches, teammates, and youth across Wisconsin.

A standout at Edna Karr High School, Adams helped secure a Louisiana state championship and was named Defensive Player of the Year in 2024. His determination and leadership left a powerful impression on everyone who played alongside him.

This summer, Corey was set to start his freshman season at Ole Miss, carrying with him not only his own dreams but the hopes of many who saw in him a symbol of heart, perseverance, and unity — values cherished in Titletown.

Ole Miss issued a heartfelt statement expressing deep sorrow and urging respect for Adams’s grieving family. The tragedy has reverberated through every locker room and practice field, serving as a somber reminder of life’s fragility and value.

“One of us, always.” These words now echo throughout Green Bay, spoken by players and coaches determined to keep Corey’s memory alive through every snap and every act of kindness.

For Packers fans and football families across Wisconsin, Corey Adams will always be remembered as one of their own — a brother gone too soon, but never forgotten.

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Chiefs Fan-Favourite WR Faces Family Tragedy After Week 5 Game as Military-Trained Skydiving Instructor Dies in Nashville
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is mourning a devastating personal loss following the team’s Week 5 matchup, as his cousin Justin Fuller, a respected military-trained skydiving instructor, died in a tragic tandem jump accident near Nashville. Fuller, 35, was fatally injured after becoming separated from his parachute harness mid-air during a jump organized by Go Skydive Nashville. His student survived after landing in a tree with the parachute deployed and was later rescued by firefighters. Police confirmed Fuller’s body was recovered in a wooded area off Ashland City Highway. The Nashville Fire Department called it “one of the most complex high-angle rescues in recent years,” commending its personnel for the effort. Justin Fuller, known by the nickname "Spidey," died after a tandem skydiving jump went wrong on Oct. 4, 2025, near Nashville, Tennessee.  (Facebook/Justin Fuller Spidey ) Fuller, known affectionately as “Spidey,” had completed more than 5,000 jumps and trained U.S. military personnel in advanced aerial maneuvers. Friends described him as “fearless, focused, and committed to lifting others higher — both in life and in the air.” Rice, who grew up admiring his cousin’s discipline and sense of purpose, has long credited that example with shaping his mental toughness and leadership on the field. A relative told local media, “Justin taught Rashee that strength isn’t being unbreakable — it’s standing firm when life hits hardest. That’s exactly how Rashee lives and plays today.” As a featured target in the Chiefs’ offense, Rice has earned complete trust for his short-to-intermediate separation, yards-after-catch power (YAC), and chemistry with quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Coaches describe him as “calm, focused, and mature beyond his years,” a disciplined route-runner who finds tight windows in the red zone. Through Week 5 of the 2025 season, Rice has no registered game statistics as he serves a league-issued six-game suspension to start the regular season; major stat services list no 2025 game logs to date.  The Kansas City Chiefs have provided time and private support for Rice and his family, ensuring he can grieve without team-related obligations. Teammates have stood beside him, honoring both his resilience and his family’s tradition of service. The FAA is investigating the incident, while messages commemorating “Spidey” continue to spread nationwide.“He taught others to fly — now he flies higher than all of us,” one tribute read. Rice kept his public remarks brief before leaving in the embrace of teammates:“Spidey always told me not to fear the height — only the moment you forget to look down and pull someone else up with you. This week, I’m playing for him.”