Vernon Grant Tribute

May 26, 2005 | Cowboy Football

A Tribute to #20 Vernon Grant

Senior defensive back Vernon Grant was killed in an automobile accident on Monday night, May 23rd, 2005 in his hometown of Duncanville, Texas. Grant was born November 27, 1983. He is the son of Vernon Grant, Sr., of Duncanville, Texas. His mother, Vanessa, passed away last August. He came to OSU as a true freshman in 2002 and was a three-year starter for the Cowboys on defense. Vernon Grant will be remembered on the football field for his aggressive style and nose for getting to the ball as he became one of the anchors in the Cowboy defense. He will be remembered in the classroom for excelling as an engineering major by maintaining a 3.25 grade point average and being named to the CoSIDA District VI Academic team. Vernon will be remembered in the community for his infectious smile and attitude.

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