"RIP my brother": Deion Sanders Jr. pays touching tribute to former Jackson State staff Evis McGee after his death

Deion Sanders Jr. mourned the loss of Lt. Evis McGee, a cherished member of Coach Prime's security team, by sharing a heartfelt message on social media. McGee played an important role in the Sanders family's journey, standing by Deion Sanders since his time at Jackson State University and continuing in his current role with the Colorado Buffaloes.

Coach Prime’s son honored McGee’s memory after his passing on Thursday night, posting on X:

“RIP my brother.”

Coach Prime himself paid a moving tribute, calling McGee “one of the most loyal and faithful men” he had ever worked with. He wrote:

"Lt. McGee was one of the most loyal and faithful men that I've had a pleasure of working with. His consistency & commitment to his family, friends and faith was truly commendable. LT will be missed. God Bless his wife and kids."

The University of Colorado Athletic Department also expressed its condolences, acknowledging McGee’s invaluable contributions to the team’s safety and security, as shared on the school’s website.

Similarly, Jackson State Athletics posted a message on Instagram:

“It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we mourn the passing of one of our own, Lt. Evis McGee, our prayers are with his family during this difficult time.”

Who was Lieutenant Evis McGee?

Lieutenant Evis McGee played a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and security of CU Athletics, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to the program. His dedication and commitment left an indelible mark on the institutions he served.

McGee’s Instagram bio reflected his grounded personality, reading:

“Airforce Veteran. Im a very down to earth person who likes to do fun things. I'm very simple. Just be honest with me.”

According to McGee’s LinkedIn profile, his professional experience spanned nearly a decade across various roles:

• Athletic Operations Security, Jackson State University (Sep. 2024 – Present). Jackson, Mississippi, United States.
• Athletic Operations Security, University of Colorado Boulder (Apr. 2023 – Sep. 2024). Boulder County, Colorado, United States.
• Lieutenant, Jackson State University (Aug. 2014 – Jan. 2023). Greater Jackson Area, Mississippi.

Lieutenant McGee’s career was defined by unwavering commitment to the institutions he served. He will be deeply missed.