After playing quarterback and running back in high school, Jadem was recruited by Texas in 2020 as a linebacker. He appeared in two only games there, and redshirted the 2021 season after which he transferred to New Mexico.
UT’s head coach Steve Sarkisian expressed his shock and grief in a statement yesterday.
“It’s such devastating and tragic news to hear of Jaden’s passing,” Sarkisian said. “He was a great person and someone we all enjoyed being around, coaching and spending time with. All of our thoughts are with his family, friends and teammates, and we want to send our deepest condolences to them in such a difficult time.”
