NFL World Mourns the Passing of Arizona Cardinals CB Jeff Gladney, 25, Who Died in a Tragic Car Accident
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Nov 1, 2020; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) scrambles under pressure from Minnesota Vikings cornerback Jeff Gladney (20) during the third quarter at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports
Jeff Gladney, a cornerback with the Arizona Cardinals, passed away in an automobile accident in Dallas, Texas on Monday morning. Brian Overstreet, the NFL star’s agent, confirmed his death. Gladney was one of two people injured in the vehicle accident and as the investigation is still ongoing, the second victim has yet to be identified.
Arizona Cardinals released a statement on their social media that read, “We are devastated to learn of Jeff Gladney’s passing. Our hearts go out to his family, friends, and all who are mourning this tremendous loss.” Gladney had signed a two-year contract with the Cardinals this year.
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— Arizona Cardinals (@AZCardinals) May 30, 2022
25-year-old Jeff Gladney has played his college football for the Texas Christian University. Gladney was a four-year starter at TCU and was selected 31st overall in the 2020 NFL Draft by the Minnesota Vikings. In 2020, he appeared in 16 games for the Vikings and started 15 of them. Altogether, he had 81 total tackles, 3-passes defense, and one forced fumble.
The passing of the young NFL star has come as a shocker to the whole NFL world. After the news broke out, the NFL players and the fans took to social media to express their condolences. Here are some of the Twitter reactions by the NFL community.
Tragedy: #Cardinals CB and former #Vikings first-round pick Jeff Gladney has passed away at the age of 25. Details are unavailable at this time.
Way too young. RIP.
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) May 30, 2022
In a series of tweets, Jalon Reager remembered his friend, who played beside him at TCU.
Lost my Brother, my best friend, my right hand man… ain’t too much more I can take man damn!
R.I.P Jeff Gladney, brother watch over me please.
— Reag (@jalenreagor) May 30, 2022
Lost for words… I just lost my best friend.
— Reag (@jalenreagor) May 30, 2022
My last words with you bro pic.twitter.com/PGn3gyauCg
— Reag (@jalenreagor) May 30, 2022
Imma miss you like Crazy bro… watch over me please. pic.twitter.com/vFMt8VNIMQ
— Reag (@jalenreagor) May 30, 2022
NFL released a statement and offered condolence to Gladney’s family.
The NFL family mourns the tragic loss of Jeff Gladney and we extend our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. pic.twitter.com/FgN5T62q3I
— NFL (@NFL) May 30, 2022
Cardinal’s DE J.J. Watt wrote, ‘Horrific news to hear this morning’
Horrifying news to hear this morning.
Just tragic.
Rest In Peace Jeff.
🙏🏼
— JJ Watt (@JJWatt) May 30, 2022
Gladney’s former team Minnesota Vikings also shared a statement on their social media.
We are saddened by the tragic death of former Viking Jeff Gladney. Our hearts go out to his family and friends, as well as the Arizona Cardinals organization and Jeff’s current and former teammates and coaches who are mourning his life lost much too soon. pic.twitter.com/5bdVCXT6Gv
— Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) May 30, 2022
Vikings QB Kirk Cousins offered his grievances to his former teammate.
Tragic. Deeply saddened by this. Rest In Peace Jeff. https://t.co/tOUIDP54f2
— Kirk Cousins (@KirkCousins8) May 30, 2022
Fans react to the demise of the Cardinals CB Jeff Gladney
Fans could not believe Gladney has passed away so young. Here are some of the fan’s reactions.
Oh my goodness 😢 so many young people gone wayyyyyyyy too soon. Love to the family and friends of this young man
— ..The Final Girl.. (@__higher__vibes) May 30, 2022
I wish people didn’t have to die so young 💔
— Suicidal Saints fan (@Tv1xxV) May 30, 2022
Damn. Sending prayers to his family and friends 🙏🏾🙏🏾
— niecybizzness (@niecydotson) May 30, 2022
WHATTTT DUDE NO WAY RIP
— malik🦦 (@HollywoodJetEra) May 30, 2022
honestly it doesn't feel right with these young players passing away so quickly, rip 🙏
— Chappie (steelers man) (@my_chappie) May 30, 2022
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According to the Dallas County Sheriff’s Department, a speeding car lost control and was struck by a beam at around 2:30 am on Monday. Moreover, the passengers of the second car escaped injury.
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Gladney was a young player who was really good at his game. He had been performing well, and there was so much left to see about him. His leaving the world so soon in a tragic accident is quite saddening.
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