Despite all efforts, Metcalf passed away after receiving a stab to the heart.

The post received over 1 million views at the time of writing.

An X user replied, What a precious heart.

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He was taken from the world too soon.

Although we may not understand the timing, I know God has him now.

Praying for Strength and Courage for the family and friends during this incredibly difficult time, another added.

Teen in a black and gold jersey, with a solemn expression, symbolizing a heartbreaking moment.

A third wrote, May God be with you and watch over your family and friends right now.

The Lord will hold you in HIS ALMIGHTY ARMS!

The police also added that Karmelo Anthony had been charged with first-degree m*rder and is in custody.

Two teenage football players in memorial jerseys, standing side by side with helmets on.

Anthony will be transferred to Collin CountyJail, the police shared.

I tried to whip around as fast as I could, but I didnt see the stab.

It was really senseless.

A young football player in a black and yellow jersey looks up solemnly, evoking a heartbreaking moment.

I looked at my brother, and Im not going to talk about the rest.

I tried to help him.

It really was under 30 seconds, Hunter recounted the incident, saying that they never met him before.

David Kuykendall Stadium entrance, with a red lift nearby.

We asked him to move.

He started getting aggressive and talking reckless, Hunter added.

And my brother stepped in and said, you gotta move.

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And [Anthonys] like, Make me move.

All of the sudden, he grabbed his backpack, the brother shared.

He was a leader of men.

I don’t know who this person is. Young man with short hair in a blue shirt, set against a light blue background.

His smile would light up the room.

His passion for football was unbelievable.

Voted team MVP this past season and carried a 4.0 GPA.

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He was looking forward to taking his game to the next level.

His twin brother, Hunter, played beside him, he added.

We will all remember him for the way he impacted others lives.

Two people at a fundraising event to honor a 17-year-old, with a focus on healing and community support.

I love you forever, son.

Its not goodbye, its see you later.

God will take care of us till we meet again.

Young man in black shirt holding sports trophies, standing in front of a sports poster.

Metcalf was informed of the incident from a call from her son, Hunter.

I got a phone call from Hunter screaming that Austin had been stabbed, she said.

Oh, he was the most amazing kid.

Two brothers and a woman stand on a sports field, one wearing a “Memorial Football” shirt.

Oh, so smart.

He hadcollege footballguys looking at him to play in college.

His goal was to play in college, Metcalf shared.

Man in a cap and glasses with a young football player on a field at night.

Hunter mourned his twin brothers passing, saying that they were best friends.

He knew how much I loved him, how much I do for him.

Id do anything for him, Hunter said.

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When I was down you were there no matter what.

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