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Devon Wylie, Ex-NFL Star, Passes Away at 35
Oh, what a bummer!
In shocking news from the NFL, former Chiefs wideout, Devon Wylie, has tragically passed away at the tender age of 35. His family announced the unfortunate news on their Facebook page, with no information yet available on the cause of death.
As his family put it, "It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of Devon's passing. The void left by him is indescribable from losing a brother, great uncle, and cherished friend. Devon had a heart full of love and humor that could easily lift one's spirits with his Star Wars obsession, football skills, and parkour flips."
Before his NFL stint, Wylie played for the Fresno State Bulldogs' college team from 2007 to 2011, catching 98 balls for 1327 yards and scoring 8 touchdowns. During this time, he quickly became a fan-favorite with his star Wars fandom, football prowess, and insane flips.
Elevation to the NFL
Drafted in the fourth round by the Kansas City Chiefs in 2012, Wylie made his NFL debut in 2012, playing six games as both a kicker and a punter, catching six passes for a colossal 53 yards.
His NFL journey was far from over, though. He joined the Tennessee Titans for the next five seasons before bouncing around other teams, eventually landing with the Atlanta Falcons in 2015 and the Toronto Argonauts in 2017, his last NFL stop.
Fresno State Bulldogs Mourn
Devon's former teammates at Fresno State weren't immune to the shock and sadness surrounding his death. The Bulldogs, now known as X, took to the social media platform to express their condolences, writing, "Our thoughts are with the Wylie family during this difficult time. Devon will forever be a Bulldog!"
Coach John Baxter, who oversaw Wylie during his college career, also shared his grief, writing, "Being someone's coach is a lifelong relationship and is an indescribable blessing. Devon, you were not just a tremendous Bulldog, but also an outstanding brother, son, and teammate. We will eternally love and miss you, Devon Wylie!"
- The sudden death of Devon Wylie, a former star of the Kansas City Chiefs, shocked fans worldwide, leaving a void in the Super Bowl-winning sport of American Football.
- Devon Wylie, a beloved ex-Chiefs player, excelled in multiple sports during his time in the NFL, showing off his skills on the field before moving on to other teams, including the Atlanta Falcons and Toronto Argonauts.
- Devon Wylie's sudden passing left his former teammates at Fresno State, now known as X, in disbelief, mourning the loss of a talented athlete and cherished friend.
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