University of Utah Freshman Football Star Dead at 19

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The University of Utah Football team announced Saturday their star freshman running back Ty Jordan has died. Jordan was 19. 

The cause of death has not been provided, though a CBS affiliate in Salt Lake City reports that Jordan died in an accidental shooting in Denton, Texas. 

On Christmas Day, Jordan was named Pac-12's newcomer of the year. He finished the season with 597 yards rushing, 11 catches for 126 yards and six touchdowns. 

This is a developing story and we will continue to update you as we learn more. 

(CBS News and CNN contributed to this report.)Â