UNC WR Tylee Craft dies at 23 after battle with lung cancer

North Carolina wide receiver Tylee Craft died on Saturday at the age of 23 following a battle with lung cancer.

Tar Heels head coach Mack Brown announced the news after UNC’s 41-34 loss at home to Georgia Tech and disclosed that Craft had died earlier in the day.

The Tar Heels sent out a tribute to the late Craft.

“Tylee meant so much to so many and affected us in ways we’ll always be thankful for. He was 1-of-1 and, while he won’t be with us in body, he’ll be watching over us with his endearing smile and endless positivity,” North Carolina wrote in a statement.

“On behalf of his family and our program, we sincerely thank everyone who supported Tylee during his battle with cancer. It means more than you know.”