Alex Collins, a former NFL running back born on August 26, 1994, died at the age of 28. Alex Collins death has left a void in the football community. Alex Collins, a five-year player of the Seattle Seahawks and Baltimore Ravens, died in a South Florida motorbike accident, according to the authorities. , as fans and fellow players mourned the loss of a young talent with immense potential.
Alex Collins Death: How He Died?
Collins tragically passed away in a motorbike accident on Sunday night near Lauderdale Lakes, Florida, according to the Broward County Sheriff’s Office. On Sunday at about 10:20 p.m., Collins’ motorcycle struck the rear passenger side of the SUV as it was making a left turn. Collins rushed the SUV through one of the windows after being struck, according to the sheriff’s office. Collins’ demise was confirmed on the spot. The SUV’s unnamed driver remained on the scene and cooperated with investigators, authorities said.
Collins reportedly had a net worth of $5 million in 2023, just before he passed away. He earned most of his income playing football. Collins earned $3,047,407 over the course of his five years in the NFL, according to Spotrac.
Monday night, the Seahawks delivered a statement about Alex Collins Death from his family.
“Alex was loved by his family, friends, and supporters from all around the world. Everyone who actually knows him can vouch for his determination, tenacity, and larger-than-life attitude”, according to the statement. “We request that you keep our family in your thoughts and prayers during this trying time.”
“We are so saddened by the sudden and tragic passing of Alex Collins. He was a legendary Razorback and an even better person,” the Arkansas football account posted on social media. “His love for the Razorbacks and desire to be a Hog was undeniable. We will miss him greatly. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time.”
Collins played with the Seahawks for three seasons and the Ravens for two. In 2017, he gained 973 yards on the ground for Baltimore.
In a statement, Ravens coach John Harbaugh said of Alex, “Alex was a joy to be around and someone whose light shone brightly. I’ll always think of him as a fantastic teammate who inspired everyone he came into contact with. He was a sharp player who ran with unlimited determination, and he really contributed to our success when he was in Baltimore.”
Collins played football, basketball, lacrosse, and track while a student at South Plantation High School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He was coached by Doug Gatewood.
Former Arkansas teammates and others reacted to the loss of Collins on social media.
We are so saddened by the sudden and tragic passing of Alex Collins. He was a legendary Razorback and an even better person. His love for the Razorbacks and desire to be a Hog was undeniable. We will miss him greatly. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this… pic.twitter.com/O1MhthAQer
— Arkansas Razorback Football (@RazorbackFB) August 15, 2023
Absolutely heartbroken.
Prayers are with the Collins family. pic.twitter.com/ufOLkyT9f6
— Seattle Seahawks (@Seahawks) August 15, 2023
Our @RazorbackFB family is again grieving the untimely loss of one of our own. Alex Collins was an electrifying player on the field & a ray of light in life. He loved being a Razorback & the state loved him! Thoughts & prayers to his family, friends & teammates. #OneRazorback pic.twitter.com/78xc5ncD2L
— Hunter Yurachek (@HunterYurachek) August 15, 2023