Jeff Gladney

Arizona Cardinals cornerback Jeff Gladney, a former first-round pick of the Minnesota Vikings, died Monday at the age of 25 -- confirmed by his agent, ...

A native of New Boston, Texas, a town not far northeast of Dallas, Gladney was one of the most coveted talents at his position heading into the draft, and spent his first season with the Vikings before signing with the Arizona Cardinals this past March, as a part of their free agency haul. Our hearts go out to his family, friends and all who are mourning this tremendous loss." Arizona Cardinals cornerback Jeff Gladney, a former first-round pick of the Minnesota Vikings, died Monday at the age of 25 -- confirmed by his agent, Brian Overstreet, to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram -- following a car accident in Dallas.

Arizona Cardinals cornerback Jeff Gladney was killed in a car accident early Monday morning, his agent, Brian Overstreet, confirmed to ESPN. "We are asking prayers for the family and privacy at this most difficult time," Overstreet said in a statement ...

"We are saddened by the tragic death of former Viking Jeff Gladney," the Vikings said in a statement. R.I.P Jeff Gladney, brother watch over me please." Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jalen Reagor, Gladney's former TCU teammate, tweeted: "Lost my Brother, my best friend, my right hand man...

Arizona Cardinals cornerback Jeff Gladney died in a car accident early Monday morning in the downtown Dallas area. He was 25 years old.

"We are saddened by the tragic death of former Viking Jeff Gladney," the Vikings said in a statement. Gladney was released by the Vikings following an indictment for felony assault ahead of the 2021 season. Gladney was a first-round draft pick by the Minnesota Vikings in 2020.

Cardinals cornerback Jeff Gladney has died at the age of 25. News of Gladney's death was first made public by Eagles wide receiver Jalen Reagor, ...

Gladney was a 2020 first-round draft pick of the Vikings who started every game but one in his rookie year. Gladney’s agent Brian Overstreet told the Ft. Worth Star-Telegram that Gladney was killed in a car accident early Monday morning. News of Gladney’s death was first made public by Eagles wide receiver Jalen Reagor, who played with Gladney at TCU.

Jeff Gladney, who signed a two-year contract with the Cardinals in March, was killed in a car accident early Monday morning. He was 25.

"We are saddened by the tragic death of former Viking Jeff Gladney, the Vikings said in a statement. R.I.P Jeff Gladney, brother watch over me please." Dallas (Texas) County Sheriff’s Department detective Raul Reyna said two people – a male and a female – died in a crash around 2:30 a.m. near downtown, according to the local ABC news station. Gladney did not play during the 2021 season but signed with the Arizona Cardinals less than one week after a jury found him not guilty. His college teammate, Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jalen Reagor, tweeted: "Lost my Brother, my best friend, my right hand man... "We are asking prayers for the family and privacy at this most difficult time," Overstreet said in a statement to the Fort-Worth Star-Telegram.

Jeff Gladney, a former first-round draft pick of the Vikings who signed a two-year contract with the Cardinals in March, was killed in a car accident early ...

He was released by the Vikings in August 2021 after being indicted on domestic violence charges. Gladney, 25, was signed by Arizona with the intent of competing for a starting role at cornerback this upcoming season. Gladney was drafted 31st overall by the Vikings in 2020.

Gladney was 25. "We are devastated to learn of Jeff Gladney's passing," the Cardinals said in a statement. "Our hearts go out to his family, friends and all who ...

He was found not guilty in a trial, and then signed with the Cardinals in March. He had been expected to play a significant role on defense this season along with fellow cornerbacks Marco Wilson and Byron Murphy. "Our hearts go out to his family, friends and all who are mourning this tremendous loss."

Former TCU star cornerback Jeff Gladney, a 2020 NFL Draft first-round pick who had recently signed with the Arizona Cardinals, has died in a car crash at 25 ...

Our hearts go out to his family, friends and all who are mourning this tremendous loss.” Jeremiah Donati, the Athletic Director at TCU, released the following statement on his social platforms: “Our TCU Athletics family, and especially our football program, was very devastated to learn of the passing of Jeff Gladney. After earning his degree and continuing his playing career in the NFL, Jeff maintained his close ties to TCU. He loved everything about his alma mater. The NFL released this statement regarding Gladney on their social platforms on Monday: “The NFL family mourns the tragic loss of Jeff Gladney and we extend our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.” Soon after his acquittal, the cornerback signed with the Arizona Cardinals in preparation for the upcoming season. Our thoughts, prayers and deepest condolences to go Jeff’s family, friends and TCU teammates.” TCU Football retweeted Donati, and also added the following on Twitter: “Saddened by the tragic loss of Jeff Gladney. We extend our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.”

Jeff Gladney, a defensive back for the Arizona Cardinals, has died in a car crash in Dallas.

The NFL said Gladney's death was a “tragic loss.” Gladney was found not guilty in Dallas County, Texas, in March and was subsequently signed by the Cardinals. He participated in team drills last week. Gladney's death was confirmed by the Cardinals and his agent.

Gladney, a cornerback for the Arizona Cardinals, died in a car crash Monday morning in Dallas, according to the team's official website.

Cardinals cornerback Jeff Gladney died in an overnight car crash in the Dallas area, multiple outlets reported Monday.

Arizona Cardinals cornerback Jeff Gladney has died at the age of 25 in a car crash, his agent has confirmed.

Gladney is the second young NFL player to die in a traffic incident this year. He was a frequent visitor to campus and was at our spring practices and spring game this year, proudly joined by his young son.” The crash occurred in the early hours of Monday morning, and a 26-year-old female passenger in the vehicle is also believed to have died.

The 25-year-old was a 2020 first-round draft pick out of TCU by the Minnesota Vikings.

TCU Athletic Director Jeremiah Donati said in a statement that Gladney had “maintained his close ties to TCU” and “loved everything about his alma mater. Had the privilege of playing with him during his rookie year in Minnesota. One of the most respectful and intentional rookies I’ve been around so far. He was out of the league in 2021 following an arrest on a felony assault charge involving a former girlfriend but signed a two-year deal with the Cardinals in March after he was found not guilty. “Horrifying news to hear this morning,” he wrote. The two occupants in the second vehicle were not injured. Gladney played 16 games for Minnesota in 2020, starting 15 and recording 81 tackles.

DALLAS (AP) — El defensive back Jeff Gladney, de los Cardinals de Arizona de la NFL, murió el lunes en un accidente automovilístico en Dallas.

“Estamos solicitando oraciones a favor de la familia y privacidad en este momento tan difícil”, dijo el agente Brian Overstreet. El equipo y el agente de Gladney confirmaron el deceso del jugador. Gladney jugó con la Universidad Cristiana de Texas (TCU por sus siglas en inglés) antes de que los Vikings de Minnesota lo escogieran en la primera ronda del draft de 2020.

El esquinero, que fue tomado en la primera ronda del Draft 2020 por los Minnesota Vikings, pertenecía a los Arizona Cardinals.

D.E.P. Jeff Gladney, hermano, cuida de mí, por favor", escribió Reagor en su cuenta de Twitter este lunes por la mañana. Recién en marzo había firmado un contrato con los Arizona Cardinals de dos años y 6.5 millones de dólares para buscar el puesto titular en la defensiva secundaria. "Perdí a mi hermano, mi mejor amigo, mi mano derecha...

Jeff Gladney había firmado un contrato de dos años con los Arizona Cardinals durante esta temporada baja.

El nacido en New Boston Texas registró 81 tacleadas, tres pases defendidos y un fumble forzado luego de disputar 15 de 16 compromisos como titular. Asimismo, los Minnesota Vikings, quienes reclutaron a Gladney en la primera ronda del Draft de 2020, lamentaron la perdida del producto de la Texas Christian University. El equipo de la NFC Norte cortó al cornerback previo a la temporada 2021 de la NFL por una acusación de violencia doméstica; los Cardinals lo firmaron cuando había sido declara inocente. El mundo de la NFL está de luto por el fallecimiento del cornerback Jeff Gladney, de 25 años, tras sufrir un accidente automovilístico durante la mañana del lunes en Dallas, según el reporte de su agente para Mike Garafolo de NFL Network.

Brian Overstreet, agente del jugador, confirmó a un medio local en Texas que su cliente falleció en un accidente de tránsito por la mañana de este lunes.

Se esperaba que Gladney compitiera por uno de los puestos titulares de Arizona con Byron Murphy Jr. y Marco Wilson para la próxima campaña. No jugó durante la campaña del 2021 después de ser cortado por Minnesota, mientras enfrentaba cargos por agresión, pero fue hallado no culpable. Será extrañado por la comunidad entera", expresó en un comunicado Jeremiah Donati, director atlético de TCU. D.E.P. Jeff Gladney, hermano, cuide de mí, por favor", escribió Reagor en su cuenta de Twitter este lunes por la mañana. En esa temporada del 2020, registró tres pases defendidos, un balón suelto forzado, 81 derribos totales, siete tacleadas para pérdida de yardas, y un golpe sobre el quarterback. Jeff fue un buen amigo y un gran compañero. Te voy a extrañar Jeff. D.E.P.". "Amaba todo en torno a su alma mater. Had the privilege of playing with him during his rookie year in Minnesota. One of the most respectful and intentional rookies I've been around so far. D.E.P. Lo vi ascender desde la escuadra de prácticas hasta capitán del equipo, hasta recluta de primera ronda. "Estamos entristecidos por la muerte trágica del ex Viking Jeff Gladney. Nuestros corazones van para su familia y amigos, así como a la organización de los Arizona Cardinals y los compañeros y coaches actuales y pasados de Jeff que lamentan una vida perdida demasiado pronto", manifestaron los Vikings en su comunicado. "Estamos devastados al enterarnos de la muerte de Jeff Gladney. Nuestros corazones van para su familia, amigos, y todos los que lamentamos esta tremenda pérdida", expresaron los Cardinals en un comunicado. El esquinero de los Arizona Cardinals, Jeff Gladney, falleció este lunes por la mañana a la edad de 25 años en un accidente automovilístico, confirmó a ESPN su agente, Brian Overtstreet.

DALLAS (AP) — Jeff Gladney, a defensive back for the NFL's Arizona Cardinals, died Monday in a car crash in Dallas. He was 25. Gladney's death was confirmed ...

La NFL está de luto al enterarse de la muerte de Jeff Gladney este lunes por la mañana, lo informaron diversos medios. El jugador de 25 años,...

D.E.P. Jeff Gladney, hermano, cuide de mí, por favor", escribió Reagor en su cuenta de Twitter Jalen Reagor, excompañero de Gladney, también compartió la noticia en redes sociales. Gladney ya había reportado en los OTAs de la franquicia de Arizona, hasta este día que se confirmó la muerte del jugador debido a un accidente de automóvil. Otras personalidades de la NFL se unieron a la pena por la pérdida de este joven jugador que prometía cosas buenas en su carrera. El jugador de 25 años, recién drafteado por los Arizona Cardinals, sufrió un accidente automovilístico en el cual perdió la vida. La NFL está de luto al enterarse de la muerte de Jeff Gladney este lunes por la mañana, lo informaron diversos medios.

Gladney, who starred at TCU, was selected in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft, chosen by the Minnesota Vikings with the No. 31 overall pick. During the ...

Send a prayer up for him, his family and friends after this tragic loss.— Robert Griffin III (@RGIII) May 30, 2022 Rest In Peace Jeff Gladney. The 25 year old cornerback for the Arizona Cardinals has passed away. Had the privilege of playing with him during his rookie year in Minnesota. One of the most respectful and intentional rookies I’ve been around so far. Rest In Peace Jeff." Cardinals star J.J. Watt wrote, "Horrifying news to hear this morning. Gladney's good friend Jalen Reagor had a series of tweets, including one that said, "Lost my Brother, my best friend, my right hand man… Always had a smile and came to work. 🖤🖤— Zaven Collins (@ZavenCollins) May 30, 2022 R.I.P Jeff Gladney, brother watch over me please." So young, so precious. — Arizona Cardinals (@AZCardinals)— Arizona Cardinals (@AZCardinals) pic.twitter.com/5IHeAI0s9A May 30, 2022 Rest In Peace Jeff.— Kirk Cousins (@KirkCousins8) https://t.co/tOUIDP54f2 May 30, 2022

El defensive back Jeff Gladney, de los Cardinals de Arizona de la NFL, muere en un accidente automovilístico en Dallas.

“Estamos solicitando oraciones a favor de la familia y privacidad en este momento tan difícil”, dijo el agente Brian Overstreet. Gladney fue declarado inocente en marzo en el condado Dallas, en Texas, y después lo contrataron los Cardinals. La semana pasada había participado en prácticas con el equipo. El equipo y el agente de Gladney confirmaron el deceso del jugador.

Muere Jeff Gladney y hay reportes de que fue en Dallas. Esto dicen el alguacil y el forense. El jugador tenía 25 años de edad y anteriormente había jugado para ...

“La familia de la NFL lamenta la trágica pérdida de Jeff Gladney y expresamos nuestro más sentido pésame a su familia y seres queridos.”, dice el tuit de la liga de futbol. “Estamos devastados de enterarnos sobre el fallecimiento de Jeff Gladney”, publicó la página oficial de Twitter de los Cardenales. Muere Jeff Gladney y hay reportes de que fue en Dallas. Esto dicen el alguacil y el forense

FILE - Minnesota Vikings cornerback Jeff Gladney plays during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Jan. 3, 2021, in Detroit.

The NFL said Gladney's death was a “tragic loss.” Gladney was found not guilty in Dallas County, Texas, in March and was subsequently signed by the Cardinals. He participated in team drills last week. Gladney's death was confirmed by the Cardinals and his agent.

Cardinals cornerback Jeff Gladney died in an overnight car crash in the Dallas area, multiple outlets reported Monday.

On Monday morning, the former first-round draft pick was killed in a fatal car accident.

In March of this year, a jury found him not guilty, allowing him to sign with the Cardinals. He recorded 146 tackles during his career as a Frog, 106 of those as solo tackles. Both were confirmed dead at the scene.

El esquinero, fichado en marzo por los Cardinals de Arizona, falleció tras un accidente de tránsito en Dallas.

RIP Jeff Gladney, hermano, cuídame por favor”, tuiteó el receptor tras el fallecimiento de su amigo. Tras su paso por el futbol colegial, el defensivo llegó a la NFL en 2020 y fue seleccionado con el pick 31 en la primera ronda por los Vikings de Minnesota, donde tuvo buenos momentos. La noticia se dio a conocer por medio de las redes sociales de su amigo y receptor de Eagles, Jalen Reagor, con quien coincidió en la Universidad de TCU.

El cornerback tenía 25 años y estaba por jugar su segunda temporada en la NFL.

"Nos entristece la trágica muerte del ex Viking Jeff Gladney", dijo el equipo de Minnesota en un comunicado. “Estamos devastados al enterarnos del fallecimiento de Jeff Gladney”, dijeron los Cardinals en un comunicado. Gladney fue seleccionado en la primera ronda del draft por los Minnesota Vikings en 2020.

Jeff Gladney, a cornerback for the Arizona Cardinals, died over the holiday weekend when his SUV crashed in Dallas. He was 25.

She was a passenger in the SUV, it said. He signed with the Cardinals earlier this year. "Our hearts go out to his family, friends and all who are mourning this tremendous loss."

Jeff Gladney, a defensive back for the Arizona Cardinals, has died in a car crash in Dallas.

The NFL said Gladney’s death was a “tragic loss.” Gladney was found not guilty in Dallas County, Texas, in March and was subsequently signed by the Cardinals. He participated in team drills last week. Gladney’s death was confirmed by the Cardinals and his agent.

olivertapia. (CNN) — Jeff Gladney, esquinero de los Cardinals de Arizona, murió en un accidente automovilístico el lunes por la mañana en Dallas, ...

“Estamos devastados tras enterarnos del fallecimiento de Jeff Gladney”, tuitearon los Cardinals el lunes. Gladney fue declarado no culpable del incidente y los Cardinals lo firmaron con un contrato de dos años en marzo de 2022. El segundo vehículo también estaba ocupado por un hombre y una mujer, quienes resultaron ilesos.

FILE - Minnesota Vikings cornerback Jeff Gladney plays during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Jan. 3, 2021, in Detroit.

The NFL said Gladney's death was a “tragic loss.” Gladney was found not guilty in Dallas County, Texas, in March and was subsequently signed by the Cardinals. He participated in team drills last week. Gladney's death was confirmed by the Cardinals and his agent.

Gladney played for Texas Christian University before being selected as a first-round NFL draft pick for the Minnesota Vikings in 2020.

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Jeff Gladney, a defensive back for the Arizona Cardinals, has died in a car crash in Dallas.

The NFL said Gladney’s death was a “tragic loss.” Gladney was found not guilty in Dallas County, Texas, in March and was subsequently signed by the Cardinals. He participated in team drills last week. Gladney’s death was confirmed by the Cardinals and his agent.

Gladney played for Texas Christian University before being selected as a first-round NFL draft pick for the Minnesota Vikings in 2020.

"We are saddened by the tragic death of former Viking Jeff Gladney," the Vikings said in a statement. Jeremiah Donati, the athletic director at TCU, also released a statement: "Our TCU Athletics family, and especially our football program, was very devastated to learn of the passing of Jeff Gladney. After earning his degree and continuing his playing career in the NFL, Jeff maintained his close ties to TCU. He loved everything about his alma mater. "Our hearts go out to his family, friends and all who are mourning this tremendous loss."

The NFL released a statement about Gladney's passing, tweeting, “The NFL family mourns the tragic loss of Jeff Gladney and we extend our deepest condolences to ...

Gladney was entering the third season of his NFL career after playing college football at Texas Christian University. The Minnesota Vikings drafted him as a first-round pick in 2020, but the team released him ahead of the 2021 season after he was indicted on charges of felony assault. The NFL released a statement about Gladney’s passing, tweeting, “The NFL family mourns the tragic loss of Jeff Gladney and we extend our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.” A preliminary investigation found that a white vehicle was speeding and clipped a second vehicle from behind.

"We are devastated to learn of Jeff Gladney's passing," the Cardinals said in a statement. "Our hearts go out to his family, friends and all who are ...

A second occupant in the speeding vehicle was also killed, CBS DFW reports. He was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the first round of the 2020 NFL draft, but was released in August 2021 following an indictment on a domestic violence charge. The speeding vehicle then lost control and hit a support beam.

Former TCU cornerback Jeff Gladney died in a car accident early Monday morning. He was with the Arizona Cardinals after being a first-round pick by ...

He was a frequent visitor to campus and was at our spring practices and spring game this year, proudly joined by his young son. Gladney joined TCU as a three-star prospect out of New Boston in 2015. Early investigations indicate that the white vehicle was speeding and clipped the second vehicle from behind, Reyna said. Former TCU coach Gary Patterson posted on social media: “Sad Day! No words can describe how Kelsey and I feel about the loss of Jeff Gladney, a true Horn Frog! Way to soon! Gladney, whose son turned 1 year old in February, returned to Texas this week to help close on a house for his mother. Deputies were dispatched to the accident, which involved a white vehicle overturned in a grassy area.

Jeff Gladney, a cornerback for the Arizona Cardinals, died Monday morning in a car crash, the team announced. Gladney was 25. The crash happened at about ...

"We are saddened by the tragic death of former Viking Jeff Gladney," the Vikings said in a statement. Jeremiah Donati, the athletic director at TCU, also released a statement: "Our TCU Athletics family, and especially our football program, was very devastated to learn of the passing of Jeff Gladney. After earning his degree and continuing his playing career in the NFL, Jeff maintained his close ties to TCU. He loved everything about his alma mater. "Our hearts go out to his family, friends and all who are mourning this tremendous loss."

Dallas — El defensive back Jeff Gladney, de los Cardinals de Arizona de la NFL, murió el lunes en un accidente automovilístico en Dallas. Tenía 25 años.

Gladney fue declarado inocente en marzo en el condado Dallas, en Texas, y después lo contrataron los Cardinals. La semana pasada había participado en prácticas con el equipo. Gladney jugó con la Texas Christian University (TCU por sus siglas en inglés) antes de que los Vikings de Minnesota lo escogieran en la primera ronda del draft de 2020. Dallas — El defensive back Jeff Gladney, de los Cardinals de Arizona de la NFL, murió el lunes en un accidente automovilístico en Dallas. Tenía 25 años.