After it was confirmed that Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Dwayne Haskins died this Saturday morning after being hit by a vehicle, the NFL has reacted immediately to honor the player.
The former Ohio State player was about to begin his fourth season in the league, in which the Steelers would give him the opportunity to compete for a starting job.
However, this day came to an end the life of a promising player who dreamed of occupying the position with Pittsburgh that until the 2021 season went to the legendary Ben Roethlisberger. Here at Marca English we inform you live about all the reactions about the death of the young quarterback.
Haskins was to compete for a starting job with Steelers
Steelers coach Mike Tomlin and general manager Kevin Colbert both praised Haskins for his improvement since joining the team, and the Steelers re-signed him to a one-year deal as a restricted free agent in March. He was expected to compete with Mason Rudolph and Mitch Trubisky for a spot.
“We’re excited to see what Dwayne can provide, either from competition, or maybe he evolves as a starter,” Colbert said in January.
Haskins was working in South Florida this week with several teammates, including Trubisky and other skill position players, including running back Najee Harris and tight end Pat Freiermuth.
Haskins was training with Mitch Trubisky before his death
Haskins, who was struck by a vehicle, as reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter, in the words of the player’s agent Cedric Saunders, was earlier at a workout organized by Mitch Trubisky.
Read more about Haskins’ pre-death training here.
Washington Commanders react to Haskins’ death
As expected, Haskins’ former team, the Washington Commanders, were quick to speak out on the death of the quarterback, who was part of the franchise between 2019 and 2020.
“We are devastated to hear the news of the tragic passing of Dwayne Haskins Jr.,” Commanders owners Dan and Tanya Snyder said in a statement.
“He was a young man with a tremendous amount of potential who had an infectious personality. To say we are heartbroken is an understatement. Our hearts and prayers are with the members of Dwayne’s family and all of those who knew him and loved him,” they added.
Coach Tomlin devastated by Haskins’ death
One of the first teams to react to the death of Dwayne Haskins was the Pittsburgh Steelers, who signed the quarterback in January 2021 and were confident he could compete for the starting job for this 2022.
“I am devastated and at a loss for words with the unfortunate passing of Dwayne Haskins. He quickly became part of our Steelers family upon his arrival in Pittsburgh and was one of our hardest workers, both on the field and in our community. Dwayne was a great teammate, but even more so a tremendous friend to so many. I am truly heartbroken,”Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said in a statement.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, Kalabrya, and his entire family during this difficult time,” he added
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