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Tracy Scroggins, Former Detroit Lions Standout, Dies at 56; Family Cites Suspected CTE

Jamaire LewisFebruary 10, 2026February 12, 202604 mins

Tracy Scroggins, a beloved former defensive end and linebacker for the Detroit Lions, has died at the age of 56, his family and former team confirmed. The Lions announced his passing Monday evening, and loved ones are raising concerns that chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a degenerative brain condition linked to repeated head trauma, may have…

Former Bengals Running Back Rudi Johnson Dead at 45

Treecy RevisSeptember 23, 2025November 24, 202503 mins

Former Cincinnati Bengals running back Rudi Johnson has died at the age of 45. Authorities in Florida confirmed his passing early Tuesday morning, with investigators saying preliminary findings indicate death by suicide. The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office (MDSO) told CNN there were no signs of foul play, though the case remains under investigation. Reports suggest Johnson…