Alex Collins, a former running back for the Seattle Seahawks and Baltimore Ravens, has died at the age of 28.
In Lauderdale Lakes, Florida, Collins was killed instantly after colliding with an SUV while riding a motorcycle.
Between 2016 and 2021, he appeared in 25 games for the Ravens and Seahawks while scoring 19 touchdowns.
“May Alex always be remembered for the light and love he brought to so many people in his life,” the Ravens said.
“Always quick to greet everyone with a smile, he was a genuinely kind person who carried a special joy and passion wherever he went.”
“Alex was a joy to be around and someone whose light shined brightly.
“I’ll always remember him for being a great team-mate who had an uplifting spirit that impacted everyone he encountered”, according to Ravens coach John Harbaugh.
On Sunday at 22:20 local time, the accident took place when the motorcycle collided with the rear passenger side of an SUV as it turned left across the carriageway, according to the police report. Investigations are being done into the crash’s circumstances.
Collins spent his best two years with Baltimore after being selected by Seattle in the fifth round of the 2016 draft. He was released after one season.
His Irish jig celebration helped win over fans as he rushed for 973 yards in 2017 and scored 14 touchdowns over the course of the two seasons.
He returned to Seattle for two seasons in 2019 after taking a year off from the NFL, and most recently, he played for the Memphis Showboats in the US Football League earlier this year.
“Alex’s infectious smile and classic river dance skills will forever be missed,” said the Seahawks’ executive vice-president/general manager John Schneider.
“Alex would light up a room and was beloved by our entire building. He enjoyed life and attacked it on the football fiel
Collins, who played college football for Arkansas, is the second former Ravens and Arkansas player to pass away in the past six weeks, following the apparent drowning death of former NFL quarterback Ryan Mallett.
Source-BBC
