Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Shaquil Barrett and his family suffered a tragedy Sunday when their 2-year-old daughter drowned in the family’s pool.
According to multiple reports, Barrett’s daughter, Arrayah, fell into the pool Sunday morning. Although first responders rushed her to a hospital, efforts to revive her were unsuccessful.
“Today’s tragic news is heartbreaking for all members of the Buccaneers family,” the team announced on Twitter. “Our thoughts and prayers are with Shaq, Jordanna, and the entire Barrett family during this unimaginably difficult time.
“While no words can provide true comfort at a time such as this, we offer our support and love as they begin to process this very profound loss of their beloved Arrayah.”
— Tampa Bay Buccaneers (@Buccaneers) April 30, 2023
The NFL world met the news with an outpouring of support for Barrett, an eight-year veteran and two-time Pro Bowl player.
Praying for Shaq & his family… heartbreaking.
— Kyler Murray (@K1) April 30, 2023
Mannnnn prayers to Shaq Barrett, that’s never anything you want to hear or read!! Love and prayers being sent his way!! Unbelievable!! 😔🙏🏾
— Gerald McCoy (@Geraldini93) April 30, 2023
I’m praying for Shaq Barrett. This is heartbreaking. I have no idea the emotions he is feeling right now. I just pray him and his family can overcome this tragedy. I am at a loss for words.
— JC Cornell (@CornellNFL) April 30, 2023
Heartbroken for Shaq Barrett and his family, don’t know what else to say pic.twitter.com/EUqg8xMHcn
— jorge (@1upjorge) April 30, 2023
Sending our love and deepest condolences to the Barrett family during this difficult time. 🤍🙏
— Miami Dolphins (@MiamiDolphins) April 30, 2023
Sending our thoughts, prayers and heartfelt condolences to the Barrett family ❤️💛
— San Francisco 49ers (@49ers) April 30, 2023
Sending our love and support ❤️
— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) April 30, 2023
On behalf of the Who Dat Nation, we’re praying for his family.
— DeeJay Johnson (@Go_DeeJay21) April 30, 2023
As a parent of a two year old daughter this is heartbreaking to hear. 🙏
— Justin David (@JTuc9) April 30, 2023
