College Athlete, Son of NFL Hall of Famer, Dead at 20
Chase Stegall, a college soccer player and the son of a former NFL wide receiver, has died at 20.
Stegall, the son of Canadian Football Hall of Famer Milton Stegall, reportedly died inside his DePaul University dorm room in Chicago on Monday morning. The school’s president, Rob Manuel, announced the tragic news. No cause of death has been revealed.
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“Chase was known for his warmth, strength of character, and vibrant presence—qualities that touched the lives of many both on and off the field,” Manuel said (via the DePaulia). “His loss is deeply felt by his teammates, coaches, classmates, faculty, staff, and all who knew him. We extend our heartfelt prayers and deepest sympathies to Chase’s family, friends, and loved ones.”
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Stegall was a sophomore at DePaul and a rising college soccer star. He played as a midfielder in 16 of the university’s 17 games last season, in one of them notching a goal against Drake University. His father played for three seasons, from 1992 until 1995, with the Cincinnati Bengals before signing with the Green Bay Packers. However, he was released from his contract following a training camp injury.
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“We are heartbroken by the unexpected loss of Chase Stegall, a cherished member of our community, dedicated teammate and kind-hearted friend,” Stegall’s coach, Mark Plotkin, said in a statement. “Our thoughts and prayers are with Chase’s family, friends, teammates and all who loved him,” the statement concluded, calling Stegall a “dedicated teammate and kind-hearted friend.”
Stegall is survived by his parents, Milton and Darlene Stegall, and his brother Collin.
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