Dale Lloyd (1987-2006)

Dale Lloyd, a freshman defensive back for Rice Uinversity, died this morning in Houston following a collapse on the field Sunday during a light practice. He was 19. Lloyd was a Houston native, playing high school football and baseball at Lamar High School where he excelled both on and off the field. He had been planned to be redshirted this season and only played the season opener against Houston. USA Today has some very touching quotes from Rice's athletic director and head coach. An autopsy is pending. Rice's game this week with Army is peding. The school will make a decision in a day or two whether to fly east for the trip. Lloyd is survived by his parents, Dale and Bridgette, along with two brothers.