Dwayne Haskins Death: Details on the Tragic End of 24-Year-Old Steelers Quarterback

The football world mourns the death of Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Dwayne Haskins.

Haskins, 24, was hit by a dump truck Saturday morning while walking on a South Florida highway that killed the young athlete.

According to Florida Highway Patrol spokesperson Lt. Indiana Miranda, Haskins" was attempting to cross the westbound lanes of Interstate 595 when there was oncoming traffic." Haskins was pronounced dead at the scene.

Haskins was reportedly training in South Florida with other Steelers quarterbacks, running backs, and wide receivers, according to The Spun.

Tributes for Haskins Flood Social Media

Mike Tomlin, the head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, paid tribute by saying that he was "devastated" and "loss for words" with the "unfortunate passing" of the young quarterback.

"He quickly became part of our Steelers family upon his arrival in Pittsburgh and was one of our hardest workers, both on the field and in our community. Dwayne was a great teammate, but even more so a tremendous friend to so many. I am truly heartbroken," Tomlin said.

Haskins wrote in a story caption, "It is what it is will keep you at peace," a day before the tragedy.

NFL stars also expressed their grief on social media.

"WE GONNA MISS YOU BRO" New York Jets Safety Will Parks posted on Instagram.

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku wrote, "Rip my brother," "RIP BROTHA," Steelers linebacker Buddy Johnson commented.

Complex Sports posted a video clip of 11-year old Dwayne Haskins visiting Ohio State.

Football Legend

Prior to his NFL career, Haskins led the Ohio State Buckeyes to a Big Ten title and a Rose Bowl victory.

Haskins served as the backup quarterback after redshirting his freshman year at Ohio State, throwing for 565 yards, four touchdowns, and one interception. He was chosen the starter the next season and went on to have a fantastic season, throwing for 4,831 yards, 50 touchdowns, and only eight interceptions.

ESPN reported Ohio State paid tribute to Haskins by posting his photo with the caption, "Leader. Legend. Forever a Buckeye."

The Ohio State Department of Athletics expressed in its statement its terrible sadness upon learning of the death of Haskins.

"We are thinking of the entire Haskins family during this most difficult time. Our prayers are with the family, and with his current and former teammates, coaches, friends, and relatives," the statement reads.

Washington released Haskins after a two-year career in which he threw 12 touchdowns and 14 interceptions while going 3-10.

The team's coach Ron Rivera was deeply heartbroken to learn of Haskins' passing. In a statement, he said that "Dwayne was a talented young man who had a long life ahead of him."

"I know I speak for the rest of our team in saying he will be sorely missed. Our entire team is sending our heartfelt condolences and thoughts and prayers to the Haskins family at this time," he added.

After his stint with Washington, the Steelers offered Haskins a second chance when they signed him to a one-year deal in 2021. He served as a third-string quarterback behind Mason Rudolph.

On Twitter, Rudolph said he was "devastated" upon receiving the news of his teammate's tragic death.

Haskins is survived by his wife, Kalabrya, parents Dwayne and Tamara, and younger sister Tamia, per Fox News.

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