Pittsburgh quarterback Dwayne Haskins died at age 24 after a devastating car crash. Adam Schefter of NFL Network confirmed the news on Twitter.
Former Washington Redskins (Now Commanders) quarterback undoubtedly had ups and downs in his career. However, he was always one of the favorite guys in the locker room. Thanks to his adept leadership and friendly behavior.
Dwayne Haskins Death Aged 24, QB Was In A Car Accident
According to his agent Cedric Saunders in South Florida, Haskins died as he was hit by a car. After NFL Insider Schefter’s recent tweet, the news got all over social media.
Tributes have been flooding on Twitter and Instagram. RIP to one of the star players and first-round draft pick from 2019. Football shall always remember you and your legacy.
The official obituary is yet to come to light.
Haskins Was Washington’s First Round Pick From 2019
Started his career at Redskins; Dwayne was a first-rounder and a projected elite quarterback. Haskins had an average year for a rookie QB. However, he showed glimpses of greatness.
Starting from week 4 against the Vikings, he struggled. However, come Week 12 against Lions, he tasted his first win. The year itself was a roller coaster, though.
IN 2020, he again had another average year. He remained a backup behind Taylor Heinicke. After an injury sustained during surgery. He worked hard to get back to the game.
Likewise, He was later traded to Pittsburgh Steelers. He remained behind Big Ben as a backup quarterback. Steelers signed Mitch Trubisky this season as Mike Tomlin tried to replace Big Ben Roethlisberger.
As a result, Haskins could have competed with the former number 1 pick.
The football world lost one of the star players, and teammates have already reacted to the news on social media.