Ex-NFL Wide Receiver Dies Suddenly at 35 from Unknown Cause
Former NFL Receiver Devon Wylie Dies Unexpectedly at 35
Devon Wylie, a former NFL receiver who played for multiple teams, has tragically passed away at the age of 35.
The news of Wylie’s untimely death was shared by his alma mater, Fresno State University, on social media.
Forever a Bulldog.
Our thoughts are with the Wylie family during this difficult time. pic.twitter.com/DxsPuonou0
— Fresno State Football (@FresnoStateFB) November 14, 2023
KFSN-TV spoke to several former teammates who confirmed the tragic news.
No cause of death has been given.
Fresno State special teams coach John Baxter expressed his grief over Wylie’s passing.
“This is a tremendous loss. Being someone’s Coach is a blessing beyond words and a hardwired lifetime relationship,” Baxter posted. “This is a tragic loss beyond words. What a great Bulldog, brother, son, and teammate.
“We love you Devon Wylie!”
I can’t believe this but that said this is a tremendous loss. Being someone’s Coach is a blessing beyond words and a hardwired lifetime relationship. This is a tragic loss beyond words. What a great Bulldog, brother, son and teammate. We love you Devon Wylie! Bulldog Born… pic.twitter.com/NcICwqt0vV
— CoachJohnBaxter (@CoachJohnBaxter) November 14, 2023
Wylie made a name for himself as a standout receiver during his time at Fresno State from 2007 to 2011.
Although his offensive statistics may not reflect it, with 98 catches, 1,327 yards, and eight touchdowns, Wylie excelled as a dynamic kick returner under Baxter’s special teams coaching.
In his senior year, Wylie ranked fifth in the nation in punt returns and scored electrifying touchdowns against ranked opponents.
His impressive performance led to him being drafted in the fourth round by the Kansas City Chiefs in the 2012 NFL draft.
After a season with the Chiefs, Wylie went on to play for the Tennessee Titans and had stints in various NFL practice squads and the Canadian Football League.
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Devon Wylie, a former NFL receiver who played for multiple teams, has tragically passed away at the age of 35. The news of Wylie’s untimely death was shared by his alma mater, Fresno State University, on social media.
Devon Wylie, a former NFL receiver known for his dynamic kick returning skills, has died unexpectedly at the age of 35. The news of Wylie’s tragic passing was shared by his alma mater, Fresno State University, on social media.
Fresno State Football tweeted, “Forever a Bulldog. Our thoughts are with the Wylie family during this difficult time.”
The devastating news was confirmed by several of his former teammates in interviews with KFSN-TV.
The cause of death has not been disclosed.
John Baxter, special teams coach at Fresno State, expressed his grief over the loss of Wylie. In a heartfelt post on social media, he wrote, “This is a tremendous loss. Being someone’s coach is a blessing beyond words and a hardwired lifetime relationship. This is a tragic loss beyond words. What a great Bulldog, brother, son, and teammate. We love you Devon Wylie!”
Devon Wylie gained recognition as a standout receiver during his time at Fresno State from 2007 to 2011. While his offensive statistics may not reflect his true abilities, with 98 catches, 1,327 yards, and eight touchdowns, Wylie excelled as a dynamic kick returner under the coaching of John Baxter. In his senior year, Wylie ranked fifth in the nation in punt returns and scored electrifying touchdowns against ranked opponents.
His impressive performance led to him being drafted in the fourth round by the Kansas City Chiefs in the 2012 NFL draft. After a season with the Chiefs, Wylie went on to play for the Tennessee Titans and had stints in various NFL practice squads and the Canadian Football League.
Devon Wylie’s untimely death leaves a void in the football community, and he will be remembered for his contributions as both a player and an individual. Our thoughts and condolences go out to his family, friends, and teammates during this difficult time.
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