NFL fans have borne witness to the passing of many from the league over the last year. In July 2022, the football world was shaken by the death of former wide receiver Charles Johnson. Former teammates, like Tom Brady and others in the league, will undoubtedly be devastated by this update.

In what can only be described as heartbreaking, the WR was found unresponsive in a hotel room. Johnson was pronounced dead on the scene. After nine seasons in the league, Johnson mentioned that he had suffered multiple injuries. But, according to reports, the reason for his passing had nothing to do with the injuries, and it was a suicide.

Tom Brady and NFL fans grieved by the recent update on Johnson’s death

After the autopsy, medical examiners said that the former Super Bowl champion died by suicide. Although the former Patriots star had no active prescriptions, oxycodone, hydrocodone and mirtazapine were found in his system. According to the New York Post, the former NFL star’s death was caused by an apparent overdose.

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The former receiver’s purchase of a funeral and cremation service prior to his death is perhaps the most gut-wrenching news. The passing of someone, especially under the given circumstances, is not easy.

Johnson witnessed Brady’s first Super Bowl win

Before Johnson was found in his hotel room on July 17 of last year, his wife reported him missing. The WR, who was on Tom Brady’s Super Bowl-winning squad in 2002, was mourned by the league. Brady and Johnson were teammates on the New England Patriots squad and took home a Super Bowl title together.

Charles Johnson spent his career with the Pittsburgh Steelers, New England Patriots, Philadelphia Eagles, and Buffalo Bills. At only 50 years old, Johnson is one of the many legends the sport has lost over the few months. In light of the distressing events that have occurred in the last few weeks, this tragic news will dampen the spirits of the NFL community. After what seemed like a series of unfortunate events, the news of the cause of Johnson’s demise will be a blow to fans across the board.

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