FORT VALLEY, Ga. — Central Georgia football standout, Rico Cody, lost his battle with colon cancer.
In 1997, Cody graduated from Northside High School in Warner Robins after a stellar career playing for the Eagles as a defensive back.
Cody was awarded a scholarship to continue his career as a student-athlete at Fort Valley State University upon graduation.
As a Wildcat, Cody was recognized as a first team all-SIAC cornerback in 1999.
During his battle with cancer over the past few years, Rico developed a following with his “Wear Blue for Rico” campaign and hashtag #IronSharpensIron.
Cody leaves behind his wife, Shae, and two boys, Braeden and Jacob. He celebrated his 41st birthday in Feb.
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