There were tears. Long, sad faces, too. Florida State's athletic program awoke to a dreary and dark Monday. Life is usually celebrated and embraced. Sometimes, without explanation, that approach is shattered and our faith is tested.
Life can be cruel, cold and crusty.
It was that way Monday for the Seminoles. Seminole eyes were moist. Voices were halted. It's difficult to fathom when a young person is suddenly taken during what should be a time of great promise and potential. Redshirt freshman quarterback Chris Rix was numb.