CORDOVA — The FBI and the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office are seeking the public’s help in solving the 2025 shooting death of an Ole Miss football player, announcing a reward of up to $20,000 for information leading to an arrest and conviction.
Authorities said Corey Adams, a Memphis resident and rising star with the University of Mississippi football team, was killed the evening of July 19, 2025, during a drive-by shooting in Cordova.
According to investigators, Adams was outside a residence where a pool party was taking place when a black Nissan sedan drove by and someone inside opened fire on a group of people that included several football players.
Adams and multiple others were struck by gunfire. He later died from his injuries.
No arrests have been made in the case, and investigators have released few details about possible suspects or a motive.
The FBI’s Nashville Division and the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office are asking anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. Tips can be submitted by calling 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324), contacting a local FBI office, reaching out to the nearest American Embassy or Consulate, or submitting information online at tips.fbi.gov.
Authorities said callers may remain anonymous.
The FBI is offering a reward of up to $20,000 for information that leads to the identification, arrest and conviction of the person or people responsible for Adams’ death.
