Former NFL linebacker Ronald Powell, who played for the New Orleans Saints, has passed away, the NFL Players Association announced Tuesday. Powell was 32 years old.
The NFLPA's retired player account posted on X about Powell's passing. The organization has not announced the cause of death.
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Ronald Powell practices during New Orleans Saints rookie minicamp on May 17, 2014 in Metairie, Louisiana. (Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
“Today we mourn the passing of Ronald Powell. A father, brother, and son who was loved and cherished by so many. We send our comfort to all who knew Ronald. ” the union wrote.
Junior Garrett, a former NFL linebacker and teammate of Powell's at the University of Florida, also posted on X about Powell's death.
“I will love you forever, until I am reunited with a wonderful father, a respected brother, and a beloved son. I am saddened to share with the rest of the world today that Ronald Powell has passed prematurely. “Rest in peace, Ronald Powell…” Garrett wrote.
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Powell played three seasons with the Gators from 2010 to 2013, but missed the 2012 season with a torn ACL. According to Rivals, he was the No. 1 prospect coming out of high school.
The Saints selected Powell in the fifth round of the 2014 NFL Draft. He played in 14 games for them in his rookie season and recorded two tackles. He was released before the start of the 2015 season, but was placed on the Saints' disabled reserve without a claim.
The Chicago Bears signed him to their practice squad in September 2016, and he was ultimately signed by the Seattle Seahawks from their practice squad three months later. However, he never had a down play for either team.
Ronald Powell played one season with the New Orleans Saints. (Getty Images)
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He signed with the Orlando Apollos before the start of the 2019 season. He was fired before the Federation of American Football ceased operations.
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