October 26, 2009 Funeral held for slain UCONN football player Jasper Howard Play video

(NECN: Miami) - Family and friends are gathering in Miami, Florida, for the funeral of slain UCONN football player Jasper Howard.

A viewing was held Sunday, a week after Howard was fatally stabbed outside a dance on Connecticut's campus.

No one has been charged in his death.

Howard's teammates paid tribute to the cornerback at Saturday's game against West Virginia. Two UConn players carried his helmet and jersey before kickoff and both West Virginia and Connecticut players wore stickers on their helmets during the game. Connecticut players also held hands and bowed their heads for a moment of silence.

*Material from The Associated Press used in this report*