American football player Jessie Lemonier has passed away at the age of just 25 years.
The outside linebacker was best known for playing for the NFL’s Los Angeles Chargers and Detroit Lions as well as the United States Football League’s Birmingham Stallions.
According to the reports, the young footballer, who played for the Lions in seven games throughout the 2021 season, died from unconfirmed causes just days before his 26th birthday.
Lemonier’s agent also told ESPN that the young athlete was expecting his first child with his girlfriend.
“We are shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of former Detroit Lion Jessie Lemonier. Jessie was a model teammate and a wonderful young man who is gone far too soon,” the Lions wrote in a statement after the announcing of the tragic passing on Thursday morning.
Meanwhile, the Chargers tweeted: “Gone too soon. Our hearts are with jessie’s family, friends and loved ones.”
Paying a tribute to Lemonier was also defensive end Breiden Fehoko who played alongside the 25-year-old throughout their rookie season back in 2020.
“My brother man. We came in to the league together had to battle through everything rookie year to get where we are. You were always filled with life bro. I LOVE YOU BRO! Please check up on your people. PLEASE,” he said.
Lemonier kicked off his career in football in 2020 after entering the NFL and joining the Los Angeles Chargers for six games.
In the following season, the outside linebacker joined the Detroit Lions where he was promoted from the practice squad to the active roster just months later.
Our thoughts remain with Jessie’s family and friends during this challenging time.
Recommended Video For You!
Antique Dealer Spends Weeks Hunting Down Homeless Man Who Sold Him Rare Disney Art For $20