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LThe NFL is in mourning. The quarterback member of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Dwayne Haskins, died this Saturday at the age of 24 after being run over in South Florida. The person in charge of making the unfortunate news known was the player’s agent, Cedric Saunders.
Details about the terrible event will be released in the coming hours. Haskins played in the ohio state university and was chosen in the first round of the 2019 draft by the then Washington Redskins.
The Steelers’ star linebacker, T.J. Wattalso shared memories about his former teammate saying that the 24-year-old’s charisma will mark him for life.
“The world has lost a great person today. When Dwayne first walked into the locker room I realized he was an optimistic guy. He always made people smile, he never took life for granted. His impact on me will be eternal. “.
The world lost a great person today. When Dwayne first walked into the locker room I could tell he was an upbeat guy. He was always making people smile, never taking life for granted. His impact on me will last a forever.
? TJ Watt (@_TJWatt) April 9, 2022
The quarterback of the Baltimore Ravens, Lamar Jacksonwas shocked to hear the news of the tragic death of his friend Dwayne.
SIP lil bra wtf https://t.co/aWL3uWX6jF
? Lamar Jackson (@Lj_era8) April 9, 2022
Jackson also spoke out on Twitter harshly against the ESPN journalist, Adam Schefterwho is involved in controversy over the words he used to describe Haskins, in the midst of the sensitive moment of his death.
@AdamSchefter you lame asf all around grown ass man and can look in the mirror and smile at yourself
? Lamar Jackson (@Lj_era8) April 9, 2022
Dwayne’s teammate on the Buckeyes, Joe Burrowquarterback of the Cincinnati Bengalsshared his condolences on Twitter saying, “Words are hard to find… you will be missed.”
Tough to find the words… you will be missed pic.twitter.com/x9bNzmRvCv
? Joey Burrow (@JoeyB) April 9, 2022
The NFL superstar, the quarterback of the Kansas City Chiefs, Patrick Mahomesreacted to the news by sending his prayers.
Prayers man…
? Patrick Mahomes II (@PatrickMahomes) April 9, 2022
The head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers was heartbroken by the sensitive death of Haskins and dedicated a few heartfelt words to his memory.
“I am devastated and speechless at the unfortunate loss of Dwayne Haskins. He quickly became a part of our Steelers family since he arrived in Pittsburgh and was one of our hardest workers, both on the field and in our community,” he wrote. the Steelers coach.
Statement from Head Coach Mike Tomlin: pic.twitter.com/hI5QaKzBUq
? Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) April 9, 2022
“Dwayne was a great teammate, but he was an even greater friend to many of us. I am truly heartbroken. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, Kalabrya, and their entire family during this very difficult time.” from Pittsburgh.
Just on Friday, Dwayne Haskins climbed into his stories from Instagram a video where he recorded his partner the corridor Najee Harris with whom he joked as if he were a Steelers fan. Then he closed with a post with the following message: “‘It is what it is’ will keep you in peace”.
Dwayne Haskins just posted this video having fun and joking around yesterday
It’s a reminder how fragile life is pic.twitter.com/b9KFrWbrnd
? Brett (@Brett_Hanfling) April 9, 2022
The social media account of Ohio State Buckeyesthe university where Haskins played at the collegiate level, also joined the penalty that embargoes football.
Leader. Legend. Forever a Buckeye. pic.twitter.com/yxwaIewN9V
? Ohio State Football (@OhioStateFB) April 9, 2022
The NFL family mourns the tragic loss of Dwayne Haskins and we extend our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.
The tragic death of Dwyane Haskins was further impacted when it was learned that the 24-year-old had been in a hospital shortly before training organized by Mitch Trubiskyformer Bears and Bills quarterback, along with other Steelers quarterbacks, running backs and receivers.
For now, it is said that Haskins was south of Florida after an invitation from Mitch Trubiskywho had summoned his new teammates in the Steelers to work together and get to know each other better.
Haskins joined Pittsburgh before the start of the 2021 season and was in the group of quarterbacks who will contend for the starting quarterback job heading into the 2022 season following the retirement of Ben Roethlisberger.
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