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Baltimore Ravens Linebacker Jaylon Ferguson died at the age of 26, the team confirmed Wednesday.
The cause of death is currently unknown, with Baltimore police investigating the circumstances around Ferguson’s death.
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“We are profoundly saddened by the tragic passing of Jaylon Ferguson,” the team said. “He was a kind, respectful young man with a big smile and infectious personality. We express our heartfelt condolences to Jaylon’s family and friends as we mourn a life lost much too soon.”
https://twitter.com/Ravens/status/1539577853502754817
Ferguson’s agent, Safarrah Lawson, confirmed his death in a statement Wednesday, praising the NFL player.
“He was a wonderful young man full of love and life,” Lawson said. “He will be remembered not just as a football player, but as a great father, son, brother and friend.”
https://twitter.com/AaronWilson_NFL/status/1539593023771889666
Ferguson played college football for Louisiana Tech, where he become the all-time sack leader in FBS college football with 45 sacks.
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He was drafted by the Ravens in the 3rd round in the 2019 NFL draft. Ferguson played three seasons until his death.
