The NFL Players Association confirmed the passing of Ronald Powell, a former linebacker for the New Orleans Saints, at the age of 32, as reported on X.
“Today we mourn the loss of Ronald Powell — a father, a brother, and a son who was loved and cherished by so many. We send comfort to all those who knew Ronald,” the association wrote.
Details regarding the circumstances of Powell’s death have not been disclosed.
Selected in the fifth round of the 2014 NFL draft from the University of Florida, Powell displayed his talent with 11 sacks and 18.5 tackles for loss during his college career, as highlighted by Sports Illustrated.
Expressing sadness over the news, the team acknowledged Powell’s death, offering condolences and expressing thoughts and prayers for his family and loved ones, as conveyed on X.
Powell’s rookie season saw him participate in 14 games for the New Orleans Saints, according to Sports Illustrated. Unfortunately, a knee injury altered his trajectory, leading to subsequent stints on the practice squads of three different teams before his departure from the league.
