Ex-Lion Tracy Scroggins dead at 56 as family…
Tracy Scroggins, a former defensive lineman who spent his whole 10-year NFL profession with the Detroit Lions, died Monday at the age of 56.
Scroggins’ family confirmed his death in a assertion to GWN, in which they expressed perception that his demise resulted from a grueling battle with chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE).
“Tracy was a devoted father, cherished family member, and loyal friend whose life was marked by remarkable strength and perseverance,” the Scroggins family wrote.
“While many knew him for his career as a professional football player in the NFL, those closest to him knew him as a kind-hearted and generous man who cared deeply for his family and friends.”
Former Detroit Lions defensive lineman and linebacker Tracy Scroggins died Monday at the age of 56. AP
The assertion continued: “Playing in the NFL gave Tracy the opportunity to pursue his lifelong dream and to rise from poverty. However, unfortunately, the NFL was also ultimately the cause of his untimely demise. Tracy spent every moment of retirement courageously battling the devastating effects of CTE. While our hearts are heavy, we find comfort in knowing that he is finally at peace.”
The complicated, progressive mind disease can only be recognized post-mortem, and it’s unclear whether or not Scroggins’ family intends to have his mind examined.
Scroggins was one of almost 5,000 NFL gamers to file concussion-related lawsuits against the league before its landmark settlement in 2015.
Tracy Scroggins sacks former Giants quarterback Kerry Collins on Nov. 19, 2000. New York Post
He filed an extra declare against the league in 2016.
The Lions chosen Scroggins in the second spherical of the 1992 draft out of Tulsa, and his 60.5 profession sacks rank seventh in franchise historical past.
“We join the NFL community in mourning the loss of Lions Legend Tracy Scroggins,” the Lions posted to social media on Monday night time.
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