Former Syracuse QB Rex Culpepper Dies at 28

Culpepper, son of ex-NFL player Brad Culpepper, succumbed to injuries from a dirt bike accident in Georgia.

Mar. 17, 2026 at 2:18pm

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Rex Culpepper, the 28-year-old former quarterback for Syracuse University and son of ex-NFL star defensive tackle Brad Culpepper, has died following a dirt bike accident in Georgia over the weekend. Culpepper's fiancée, Savanna Morgan, announced his passing on social media, sharing memories of their six-year relationship and Culpepper's many talents and hobbies.

Why it matters

Culpepper's death at a young age is a tragic loss for the Syracuse football community and his family. As the son of a former NFL player, Culpepper had a promising athletic career ahead of him before the accident cut it short.

The details

According to the report, Culpepper succumbed to injuries sustained while riding his dirt bike in Georgia. His fiancée, Savanna Morgan, shared a heartfelt social media post about their relationship and the many sides to Culpepper's personality, describing him as "one in a billion" with a wide range of talents and interests.

  • Culpepper died over the weekend in a dirt bike accident in Georgia.
  • Culpepper played quarterback for Syracuse University, appearing in 30 games for the Orange between 2016-2019.
  • In 2018, Culpepper successfully battled testicular cancer.

The players

Rex Culpepper

The 28-year-old former quarterback for Syracuse University and son of ex-NFL star defensive tackle Brad Culpepper.

Savanna Morgan

Culpepper's fiancée, who announced his passing on social media and shared memories of their six-year relationship.

Brad Culpepper

Rex Culpepper's father, a former NFL defensive tackle.

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What they’re saying

“No one expects to meet the love of your life and lose them in only six short years after meeting. Rex didn't always believe in soulmates, but towards the end, he told me that he didn't realize what having a soulmate felt like until we felt like extensions of each other.”

— Savanna Morgan, Culpepper's fiancée

“I will never take for granted how cool Rex was and how cool he eventually made me, too. I will carry on his hobbies forever. I don't think this Rex-shaped hole inside of me will ever be filled.”

— Savanna Morgan, Culpepper's fiancée

The takeaway

Culpepper's tragic passing at just 28 years old is a heartbreaking loss for his family, friends, and the Syracuse football community. His fiancée's touching tribute highlights the profound impact he had on those around him through his many talents, interests, and loving spirit.