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Former NFL running backdied Monday as a result of a motorcycle accident, . He was 28 years old."It is with heavy hearts that we announce the pa sing of our beloved Alex Collins this morning," , which was released through the Seahawks. "Alex was cherished by his family and friends as well as supporters from all around the world. All who truly know him can attest to his drive, determination, and larger-than-life personality. We kindly request your thoughts and prayers for our family during this difficult time. We ask for privacy as we Andrew Bogut Jersey navigate through our grief. We will provide updates regarding funeral arrangements as they become available."Collins was selected by the in Draymond Green Jersey the fifth round of the 2016 . He played for the team for one season before moving onto the Ravens for two years. After a year off, he came back to Seattle for two more seasons. He most recently played for the Memphis Showboats of the USFL."With heavy hearts, we mourn the pa sing of Alex Collins," the Ravens said in a statement. "Always quick to greet everyone with a smile, he was a genuinely kind person who carried a special joy and pa sion wherever he went. May Alex always be remembered for the light and love he brought to so many people in his life." With heavy hearts, we mourn the pa sing of Alex Collins. Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) Ravens head coach John Harbaugh also released a statement, saying, "Alex was a joy to be around and someone whose light shined brightly. I'll always remember him for being a great teammate who had an uplifting spirit that impacted everyone he encountered. He was also a smart player who ran with unlimited determination, and he Marquese Chriss Jersey contributed to a lot of our succe s during his time in Baltimore. We send our heartfelt condolences and support to Alex's family. May he now rest in God's eternal peace."The Seahawks also posted their condolences: "Absolutely heartbroken. Prayers are with the Collins family.""The Seahawks family along with the 12s are so saddened to hear of Alex's pa sing," Seahawks executive vice president and general manager John Schneider . "Alex's infectious smile and cla sic river dance skills will forever be mi sed. Alex would light up a room and was beloved by our entire building. He Tim Hardaway Jersey enjoyed life and attacked it on the football field. He was one of the most productive runners in SEC history. Our sincere condolences to his immediate family, the Gatewood family, and his agent Kelli Masters. You will be forever be mi sed, Alex. On behalf of Jody Allen, Pete Carroll, Chuck Arnold, Chad Morton and the entire Seahawks community, rest in peace brother." Absolutely heartbroken. Prayers are with the Collins family. Seattle Seahawks (@Seahawks) The league tweeted: "The NFL family mourns the lo s of Alex Collins and we extend our deepest condolences to his family, teammates and loved ones." The NFL family mourns the lo s of Alex Collins and we extend our deepest condolences to Willie Cauley-Stein Jersey his family, teammates and loved ones. NFL (@NFL) In his NFL career, Collins recorded 1,997 rushing yards on 483 carries and scored 19 total touchdowns.
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