Former NFL Wide Receiver Mike Williams Passes Away at 36 Due to Construction Accident
In a tragic turn of events, former NFL wide receiver Mike Williams has passed away at the age of 36 following a construction accident. Williams, known for his contributions on the football field, faced severe injuries while performing electrical work, ultimately leading to his hospitalization. Sadly, he was taken off life support in a Tampa, Florida hospital on Tuesday morning, as confirmed by his agent Hadley Engelhard.
Mike Williams’ remarkable journey began when he was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the fourth round of the 2010 NFL Draft, hailing from Syracuse University. His impressive rookie season earned him recognition as he caught 65 passes for 964 yards and 11 touchdowns, securing the second spot in the Associated Press Offensive Rookie of the Year rankings. Williams’ dedication and talent were evident as he started in all 16 games for the Buccaneers.
The news of his untimely passing prompted heartfelt condolences from both the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Syracuse University. The Buccaneers expressed their grief, stating, “We are saddened to hear of the untimely death of Mike Williams, which has left our organization, his former teammates and fans with heavy hearts.” Syracuse director of athletics John Wildhack also shared his condolences, saying, “We’re saddened to learn of the tragic passing of former Syracuse student-athlete Mike Williams. We extend our deepest sympathies to Mike’s family, friends, and everyone in the Syracuse football family who knew Mike.”
Following his successful tenure with the Buccaneers, Williams returned to his hometown team, the Buffalo Bills, where he played for one season. Later, in 2016, he signed with the Kansas City Chiefs before being released four months later.
Throughout his NFL career, Mike Williams made significant contributions, accumulating 223 receptions for 3,089 yards and 26 touchdowns across 63 games. His legacy as a talented wide receiver will be remembered by football fans.
In this difficult time, our thoughts and prayers go out to Mike Williams’ family and loved ones as they mourn this tragic loss.