Tragedy struck the football world this past week as former Texas Southern defensive tackle Tyler Martinez sadly lost his life. According to reports, Martinez was shot and killed during a dispute at an ...

This article was originally published on www.si.com/college/hbcu as Former HBCU Football Player Fatally Shot In Houston Incident. HOUSTON – Tyler Martinez, a former defensive tackle for the Texas ...

another remarked. Born in Houston, Martinez played four seasons for the Texas Southern Tigers football team between 2019 and 2023. He had previously played high school football for Humble High School.

HOUSTON – Tyler Martinez, a former defensive tackle for the Texas Southern University Tigers, was killed in Houston, Texas, on Friday, July 11, 2025. Martinez, 24, died after being shot multiple ...