Current and former Chiefs mourn the death of former Broncos receiver Demaryius Thomas
The shocking death of former Denver Broncos receiver Demaryius Thomas reverberated around the NFL on Friday morning.
Police told thee Associated Press that initial reports show Thomas, 33, died of a medical issue. The AP story said Thomas’ cousin, who grew up with Thomas, “believes he died from a seizure.”
Thomas, who last played with the New York Jets in 2019, was part of the Broncos’ Super Bowl 50 winning team, and he had an 80-yard catch-and-run touchdown on the first play of overtime to beat the Steelers in a wild-card game after the 2011 season.
Current and former Chiefs players took to Twitter to share their thoughts and mourn Thomas’ passing.
Former Chiefs linebacker Derrick Johnson wrote: “Life is really too short, DT will be truly missed. DT always had the biggest smile in the room at the Pro Bowls. RIP #DemaryiusThomas”
Chiefs safety Tyrann Mathieu tweeted: “DT we will miss you brother!!”
Former Chiefs cornerback Brandon Flowers shared this: “The NFL is a big fraternity. We really feel it when it one of us leave here to soon. We are leaving this earth younger and younger everyday. Enjoy everyday, only surround yourself with people that (genuinely) love you. Love on the people you love and stay out the way. R.I.P DT”
Khalen Saunders, the Chiefs’ defensive tackle, wrote: “Damnnnn Demaryius Thomas.. RIP”
Chiefs wide receiver Daurice Fountain wrote: “Man life is so precious..”
Former Chiefs offensive tackle Martinas Rankin tweeted: “Dang man, RIP DT.. Good dude, good teammate”
Running back Le’Veon Bell, who played for the Chiefs last season, wrote: “RIP DT, I really can’t believe it”
Former Chiefs cornerback Darrelle Revis, tweeted: “I am devastated right now. We spoke back in 2019 and you told me how excited you were to be a NY Jet. You gave my son a high five during pre-game. Appreciate you making his day. You were a great player. Prayers to you and your family. Rest Easy! @DemaryiusThomas”
Chargers cornerback Chris Harris, Jr., who played at the University of Kansas, wrote: “RIP DT Love you bro .”
Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett, the former K-State star, tweeted: “RIP DT”
This story was originally published December 10, 2021 at 9:00 AM.
