Former USC offensive lineman Chris Brown dies at 24

LOS ANGELES – Former USC offensive lineman Chris Brown has died at the age of 24, according to Trojan coach Clay Helton.

“Sad to hear the news that we lost Chris Brown today. Our thoughts and prayers will go to the entire Brown family. Chris meant a lot to so many. Great person, player, teammate and Trojan. God bless the my friend. You are forever in our hearts, ” Helton tweeted.

The cause of death was not immediately available.

Brown arrived at USC in 2014, began his last two seasons (2017-18) and was an honorable mention of the All-Pac-12 after his freshman year. After not being drafted, Brown signed as a free agent with the Los Angeles Chargers and eventually played five games for the DC Defenders in the XFL. He was also an experienced musician.

Brown’s death comes less than a year after the death of former USC center Max Tuerk at the age of 26, due to a heart attack.