Denver, CO — The Denver Broncos community is mourning the tragic loss of 16-year-old Brian Moss, a beloved ball boy whose future in football was brimming with promise. Brian, a rising high school football star, tragically lost his life in a car crash on Christmas Eve while traveling with his family.
For five years, Brian had been a constant presence on the sidelines of Empower Field at Mile High, becoming a familiar and beloved figure among the Broncos players and staff. But Brian wasn’t just there to pick up footballs — he was there to learn, to absorb, and to immerse himself in the professional football world. From the intensity of training camp to the electrifying energy of game days, Brian was taking it all in. Over time, he became more than just a ball boy — he became a part of the team, a young man everyone recognized, supported, and rooted for.
On the high school football field, Brian Moss was already making waves. With explosive speed, remarkable football IQ, and a natural ability to dominate, he was turning heads and drawing the attention of NFL scouts. The Denver Broncos had been closely monitoring Brian for years, believing he had the potential to be a future MVP — a player who could reshape the future of the franchise.
Brian’s path to the Broncos sideline began through the team’s community program — a common route for young athletes to gain exposure to the NFL world. But not everyone has the opportunity to turn that experience into something lasting. Brian did. Over five years, he evolved from a shy kid on the sidelines into a high school star with an ever-growing reputation.
What made this loss even more heartbreaking was Brian’s deep love for the Broncos. To his friends, family, and coaches, he often spoke about Denver not as a distant dream, but as his destined future. “The contract is just about being old enough,” Brian once said, half-joking but fully confident that his future was with the Broncos.
But tragedy struck on Christmas Eve. While traveling with his family to New York for the holidays, Brian was killed in a horrific car crash on a highway. Though the Florida Highway Patrol has not provided further details, the news has left the entire football world reeling.
Brian’s high school head coach shared a heartfelt tribute: “This is a tremendous loss. Brian was a great kid, an outstanding student, and an exceptional athlete. He earned Offensive Player of the Year honors after a remarkable freshman season. He was special both on and off the field.”
The Broncos’ organization, along with fans and scouts, expressed their grief on social media:
“Denver lost a future before it ever had the chance to bloom.”
“From a ball boy to a future MVP.”
“Denver’s future just dimmed. Rest in peace, young Bronco.”
In honor of Brian’s memory, a candlelight vigil was held by his family, friends, and the community. Blue and orange balloons were released into the sky — a final farewell to a young man whose potential was boundless, but whose life was tragically cut short.
A ball boy.
A future MVP in the making.
A loss that echoes through Denver.
Rest in peace, Brian Moss.
