Spencer does not die, but the incident is enough to make fans realize the threat of Tyrone and his gang. While the incident renders Spencer temporarily unable to play football, it reminds him of the people that care about him. ... Since then, Spencer hasn't run into any trouble that could cost him his life.

Did Spencer James from All American died in real life?

In season two, Spencer James' father Corey (Chad L. Coleman) became the coach at South Crenshaw High but before he could coach his son, he died from a lifelong illness leading Spencer James to walk away from football. This did not happen to Spencer Paysinger in real life.

Who dies in All American?

Once Coop wakes up, though, Spencer notes that she's expected to make a full recovery — and the real trouble is now the legal mess that awaits Coop and Preach following the shooting. As Preach divulges to Patience and Spencer, he shot Mo just as Mo shot Coop the other night… and Mo is now dead.