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UNLV Lineman Ryan unexpectdly Dies at 20
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On Monday, UNLV's football program lost one of their own when defensive lineman Ryan Keeler passed away at the age of 20.
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Keeler's death has left his family and close ones in shock.
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The cause of Keeler's death is still pending as the Clark County coroner's office is waiting on toxicology results.
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The Las Vegas Police Department has also launched an investigation into his death.
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UNLV head coach Barry Odom released a statement expressing his condolences and highlighting Keeler's character,
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stating, "While I had the honor of knowing Ryan for only a couple of months,
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he already stood out to our coaching staff as an incredible person, student, and teammate.
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Our condolences and prayers go out to Ryan’s family as we grieve along with them over this tremendous loss."
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UNLV athletic director Erick Harper also released a statement expressing the university's grief and sympathy towards Keeler's family and friends.
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Keeler transferred to UNLV from Rutgers University ahead of the 2022 season. He played in seven games,
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where he had eight tackles and a sack against Air Force on Oct. 15.
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During the 2022 season, the Rebels were coached by Marcus Arroyo.
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Odom was later hired in December to become the team's new head coach. UNLV ended the season with a 5-7 record.
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Keeler was a 6-foot-6, 275-pound defensive lineman from Chicago and was a three-star recruit in the class of 2021.
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UNLV's football program will undoubtedly miss him, and the entire Rebel family is mourning his loss.