Robbie Roper, Roswell High QB, dies, family says

ROSWELL, Ga. — Roswell High School quarterback Robbie Roper has died Wednesday, according to a tweet posted on his social media account from the family. This comes following reported complications during a procedure.

The 6-foot-4 senior had dreams to play college football and had recently gained interest from the University of Florida after previously receiving offers at University of Massachusetts, Morehead State, Morgan State and Western Carolina.

“He was the biggest joy to our family. We are proud of the young man he has become,” his family posted on Twitter. “He will be missed by his friends and family dearly.”

The outpouring of support was coming in on social media as the news spread.

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“Robbie was an incredible young man and made a huge impact on his teammates, classmates, and the community,” the school’s athletic department said on Twitter. “#5 will never be forgotten.”

Head football coach Chris Prewett said the Roswell community is grieving. 

“Heartbroken is a gross understatement. Robbie was a fantastic young man and a fighter all the way thru!! You will be missed in so many ways!!” the coach posted on Twitter.

His sister, Breanna Roper, said on Twitter that he was able to touch so many hearts.

“I am beyond proud of the man he has become, and can only wish to be half as good of a teammate, leader, and person that Robbie was,” she wrote with the title “Live like 5.”

Funeral arrangements are still being set, the family said.

The Atlanta Falcons took to twitter to share their condolences with Roper’s family and teammates, saying in a statement the teen had a clear impact on the community.