Former Vikings defensive back Ronyell Whitaker dead at 46
NY Post
The Vikings family suffered another loss Sunday.
Former defensive back Ronyell Whitaker died at 46 years old, the organization announced.
No cause of death was revealed.
Whitaker spent two seasons with the Vikings during his NFL career, appearing in 27 games from 2006 to 2007, recording 31 tackles.
As part of a statement released through the team, Whitaker’s family said they were “heartbroken,” while describing the former NFL player as someone who had lived “a life marked by passion, perseverance and purpose.”
“While many knew him for his athletic accomplishments, those closest to him knew him best for his generous heart, unwavering loyalty and deep love for his family,” part of the family’s statement read. “He was a protector, a mentor and a source of strength and laughter to all who had the blessing of knowing him.
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