Former Sac State football player Ivan Garza dies at 25 after struck by car

July 9, 2026

By Ian Casselberry, Yahoo Sports: Former Sacramento State offensive lineman Ivan Garza died Wednesday from injuries after being struck by a vehicle. The football program announced Garza’s death on social media. He was 25 years old.

Garza played for the Hornets from 2019-23, redshirting as a freshman. He appeared in 38 games during three seasons, starting 36 of them at either left or right tackle.

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Former Sacramento State football player Ivan Garza dies at 25 after being struck by vehicle while crossing roadway

Garza played in 38 games with the Hornets, was on two Big Sky championship teams and was named all-conference honorable mention.

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