The world of professional football is dealing with an immense tragedy. Running back Alex Collins, who was in the NFL with the Seahawks and Baltimore Ravens and most recently in the USFL with the Memphis Showboats in 2023, has passed away.
Both the Ravens and Seahawks noted his passing on their team Twitter pages.
“With heavy hearts, we mourn the passing of Alex Collins,” the Ravens said. “Always quick to greet everyone with a smile, he was a genuinely kind person who carried a special joy and passion wherever he went. May Alex be remembered for the light and love he brought to so many people in his life.”
“Absolutely heartbroken. Prayers are with the Collins family,” Seattle added.
With heavy hearts, we mourn the passing of Alex Collins. pic.twitter.com/IDywUZ8m73
— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) August 15, 2023
Absolutely heartbroken.
Prayers are with the Collins family. pic.twitter.com/ufOLkyT9f6
— Seattle Seahawks (@Seahawks) August 15, 2023
The University of Arkansas, where Collins played in college, also noted his passing on the football program’s Twitter page.
“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 difficult time.”
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
Kelli Masters, Collins’ agent, expressed her condolences.
“My heart is broken, and I am just at a loss. Alex you were so loved by so many. You impacted lives with your joy and positive, caring spirit…and that big smile. I was so honored to be your agent.”
As many of you have now heard, Alex Collins (@Budda03 ) passed away this morning.
My heart is broken, and I am just at a loss. Alex you were so loved by so many. You impacted lives with your joy and positive, caring spirit…and that big smile. I was so honored to be your agent pic.twitter.com/8GNMiVqbO5
— Kelli Masters Mgmt (@KMMsports) August 15, 2023
Former teammates and opponents, as well as others in the NFL world, shared their grief and sent their best wishes to Collins and his loved ones.
Life so crazy man.
Fly high my boy until we meet again 🕊️AK ALL THE WAY 🙏 https://t.co/n0dDnWxjzF
— Geno (@GenoSmith3) August 15, 2023
Awful. Way too young. RIP Alex. https://t.co/d1LiaIPJRd
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) August 15, 2023
Awful news.
Between Alex Collins, Ryan Mallett, Chris Smith, and Dion Stutts, this has been a tragic few months for the Razorbacks football family. https://t.co/SLysRYouai
— Bobby Belt (@BobbyBeltTX) August 15, 2023
AK, I’m heartbroken 💔 https://t.co/vPRo4kbRCU
— Rashaad Penny (@pennyhendrixx) August 15, 2023
No way bro wtf no way..rest easy bro damn lost for words https://t.co/f6EUbZmNdu
— Bobby BP Portis (@BPortistime) August 15, 2023
RIP Bro https://t.co/fcKUtZ05ZA
— Tyler Lockett (@TDLockett12) August 15, 2023
— Diontae Johnson (@Juiceup__3) August 15, 2023
Confirmed. Dude. Just awful. Too many Hog greats man. Too many. https://t.co/6QEPMaQKjF
— John Nabors (@JohnNaborsShow) August 15, 2023
Rip AC.. Praying for his family.. 🙏🏾 https://t.co/FTj0gRNmdU
— Nino (@qdiggs6) August 15, 2023
🙏🏾 damn RIP brother https://t.co/TPa5Husfog
— Tre Brown (@T_Brown25) August 15, 2023
Absolutely terrible news about the death of former NFL RB Alex Collins: https://t.co/y7ZSkDViXq
— Jeff Zrebiec (@jeffzrebiec) August 15, 2023
Can’t believe Alex Collins is no longer with us. AC was a real one. Prayers up for his family and loved ones 🙏🏾 https://t.co/4yFZ383vLw
— Robert Griffin III (@RGIII) August 15, 2023
“Alex was a joy to be around and someone whose light shined brightly.”
Coach Harbaugh on Alex Collins. pic.twitter.com/X5u8va0VFA
— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) August 15, 2023
The Seahawks drafted Collins out of Arkansas in the fifth round of the 2016 NFL Draft. He spent his rookie year in Seattle before playing the 2017 and 2018 seasons with the Ravens. He rejoined the Seahawks for the 2020 and 2021 seasons.
Collins would have turned 29 on August 26.
[Baltimore Ravens, Seattle Seahawks]
