Jeff Gladney, Arizona Cardinals defensive back, dead at 25

DALLAS –

Jeff Gladney, a defensive again for the NFL’s Arizona Cardinals, died Monday in a automotive crash in Dallas. He was 25.

Gladney’s dying was confirmed by the Cardinals and his agent.

“We’re devastated to study of Jeff Gladney’s passing. Our hearts exit to his household, buddies and all who’re mourning this super loss,” the staff stated.

The crash occurred on the service street of Woodall Rodgers Freeway in Dallas, KTVT-TV reported. One other particular person additionally died.

The Dallas County sheriff’s division stated nobody was obtainable on the Memorial Day vacation to speak concerning the crash.

Gladney performed at TCU earlier than turning into a 2020 first-round draft choose of the Minnesota Vikings. He performed in 16 video games that yr however was launched earlier than the 2021 season, when he was charged with assaulting a lady.

Gladney was discovered not responsible in Dallas County, Texas, in March and was subsequently signed by the Cardinals. He participated in staff drills final week.

“We’re asking prayers for the household and privateness at this most troublesome time,” agent Brian Overstreet stated.

The NFL stated Gladney’s dying was a “tragic loss.”