Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Dwayne Haskins has tragically passed away after being hit by a car.
Haskins was training in Boca Raton, Florida, with his Pittsburgh teammates when the deadly crash occurred Saturday morning. This morning, authorities released a statement stating they are currently investigating the tragic incident.
“Florida Highway Patrol is working a fatal vehicle vs. pedestrian crash on westbound I-595 at I-95. Westbound lanes of I-595 will remain closed during this investigation.”
Haskins played football at Ohio State when he gained recognition during his first season for leading the team to a Big Ten championship and Rose Bowl victory in the 2018 season. The 24-year-old quarterback then took his talents to Washington after being the 15th overall pick in the 2019 NFL draft. However, after two rocky seasons with the team, Haskins joined the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2021.
The Steelers’ head coach Mike Tomlin released a statement on the horrible incident.
“I am devastated and at a loss for words with the unfortunate passing of Dwayne Haskins,” Tomlin says. “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. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, Kalabrya, and his entire family during this difficult time.”
Haskins and Kalabrya got engaged in 2021, and the couple married several months later.
