Jacob Graner, former UTSA football player, dies at 28

Former University of Texas-San Antonio (UTSA) football player Jacob Graner has passed away at the age of 28. He died on September 12, though no cause of death has been publicly released.

Graner played as an offensive lineman for the Roadrunners from 2016 to 2019. During his junior and senior seasons, he appeared in 13 games, including three starts. UTSA head coach Jeff Traylor described Graner as a “wonderful human” both on and off the field.

He is survived by his wife, Natalie, their two sons, Elijah and Mason, as well as his parents, siblings, and grandparents. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to his sons’ college funds.