Jack Hoffman, viral Nebraska football star, dies at 19 from brain cancer

Jack Hoffman, a University of Nebraska fan known for his inspiring touchdown run in 2013, has died at 19 from brain cancer. His passing was confirmed by the Team Jack Foundation, which he helped establish to raise awareness for childhood brain cancer. Hoffman's viral moment during a spring football game brought national attention to pediatric brain cancer. He was a freshman studying political science at the University of Nebraska at Kearney at the time of his death. The Team Jack Foundation has raised over $12.6 million for research since its inception. Hoffman's legacy continues to inspire many, following his father's death from cancer in 2021.