Alex Collins dead at 28: Baltimore Ravens and Seattle Seahawks in mourning at the passing
Alex Collins dead at 28: Baltimore Ravens and Seattle Seahawks in mourning at the passing of the running back as tributes pour in
The Baltimore Ravens have announced the death of running back Alex Collins at the age of 28.
The Ravens did not reveal a cause of death but it comes just 12 days before what would have been his 29th birthday.
The team said in a statement on Monday night: ‘With heavy hearts, we mourn the passing of Alex Collins.
‘Always quick to greet everyone with a smile, he was a genuinely kind person who carried a special joy and passion wherever he went.
‘May Alex always be remembered for the light and love he brought to so many people in his life.’
Alex Collins has died at the age of 28, his former NFL team Baltimore Ravens have said
Collins was a running back for the Ravens and the Seattle Seahawks in his NFL career
Collins played for the Ravens from 2017-18, either side of time at the Seattle Seahawks who drafted him in 2016.
The Seahawks said: ‘Absolutely heartbroken. Prayers are with the Collins family.’
The NFL also tweeted a brief statement, saying: ‘The NFL family mourns the loss of Alex Collins and we extend our deepest condolences to his family, teammates and loved ones.’
Ravens coach John Harbaugh said: ‘Alex was a joy to be around and someone whose light shined brightly. I’ll always remember him for being a great teammate who had an uplifting spirit that impacted everyone he encountered.
‘He was also a smart player who ran with unlimited determination, and he contributed to a lot of our success during his time in Baltimore.
‘We send our heartfelt condolences and support to Alex’s family. May he now rest in God’s eternal peace.’
Geno Smith, who played with Collins at the Seahawks, wrote on Twitter: ‘Life so crazy man. Fly high my boy until we meet again.’
The Arkansas Razorbacks, who he played for at college, said: ‘We are so saddened by the sudden and tragic passing of Alex Collins. He was a legendary Razorback and an even better person.
‘His love for the Razorbacks and desire to be a Hog was undeniable. We will miss him greatly. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time.’
Collins was drafted in the fifth round by the Seahawks in the 2016 NFL Draft.
He spent his rookie season in Seattle, appearing in 11 games, before spending the next two years with the Ravens.
Collins played 25 games for Baltimore (22 starts) and totaled 1,384 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns.
He returned to Seattle for the final two years of his career, last appearing during the 2021 season. Collins played for the USFL’s Memphis Showboats this year.
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