Former USF Bulls football player stabbed to death outside bar

Elkino Watson stabbed during argument

TAMPA, Fla. – The University of South Florida is mourning the loss of a former football player who was stabbed and killed over the weekend.

Tampa police say Elkino Watson, 23, died after being stabbed outside a club following an argument Sunday morning.

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Another former player, Desmond Horne, was also seriously injured after a fight, but he is expected to recover.

Police say the attackers got away and so far have not released a suspect description.

In a statement, the school said Watson had a big heart and would be sorely missed.


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