The news broke this morning from Adam Schefter that Dwayne Haskins had passed away after being struck by a dump truck. He was down in Florida working out with Steelers teammates at the time. Adam’s tweet that you’ll see below was insensitive and he later took it down. Chiefs players also started flooding Twitter with their prayers and condolences.
Dwayne Haskins Instagram Post from his High School Senior Night
Adam Schefter’s insensitive tweet
Later, he would delete that tweet and post this one instead…
Dwayne Haskins, a standout at Ohio State before becoming Washington’s first-round pick and playing in Pittsburgh, died this morning when he got hit by a car in South Florida, per his agent Cedric Saunders. Haskins would have turned 25 years old on May 3.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 9, 2022
The fallout from Adam Schefter’s insensitive tweet
@AdamSchefter you lame asf all around grown ass man and can look in the mirror and smile at yourself
— Lamar Jackson (@Lj_era8) April 9, 2022
I also could care less that he struggled. This young man lost his life and his family had to grieve him!! https://t.co/5M8CDc4NHj
— Ryan Clark (@Realrclark25) April 9, 2022
How about “ Dwayne Haskins, son, husband, buckeye brother, friend, beloved teammate has passed away” TF his career ups and downs have to do with him unfortunately losing his life🤦🏾♂️ STFU! Let his family & friends grieve instead of throwing shade. Praying for the Haskins family!! pic.twitter.com/gb1D9KcgCQ
— Cardale Jones (@CJ1two) April 9, 2022
Dwayne Haskins' family deserves an apology. They don't need to hear about his professional "struggles" on the same morning of his untimely death.
— JosinaAnderson (@JosinaAnderson) April 9, 2022
Absolutely devastating news. Thinking of Dwayne Haskins’ family and all those close to him. Sadly, I wish we would have all been informed of the news with a little more sensitivity and compassion. 🙏🏻
— James Palmer (@JamesPalmerTV) April 9, 2022
Dwayne Haskins’ death is another reminder that we should pay attention to how we talk about athletes even when they fall short of expectations. We should always remember to treat them with humanity. It’s just a game. I try to follow this advice but admittedly fall short sometimes
— Stephen Holder (@HolderStephen) April 9, 2022
What happened with Dwayne Haskins is a legit tragedy. Just 24 years old and gone way too soon.
— Chris Rosvoglou (@RosvoglouReport) April 9, 2022
How someone thinks it's okay to add "struggled to catch on in Washington and Pittsburgh" in their report is beyond me.
Wasn’t a time to put he was struggling in the same message..RIP Dwayne Haskins, prayers to his family… https://t.co/ql5bqPgSUu
— 🏁 Jamal Crawford (@JCrossover) April 9, 2022
Idunno if Adam meant harm. But, the big problem is that he’s clearly a person that’s a robot, with no sense of humanity. No feeling. You can have couth as a reporter. He’s been at this long enough to know that.
— FOST (@GeorgeFoster72) April 9, 2022
The Football World Reacts
RIP to Dwayne Haskins. He said he was gonna go to Ohio State the first time he stepped foot on campus as a little kid. And he became a Buckeye legend.
— David Gardner (@byDavidGardner) April 9, 2022
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RIP Dwayne Haskins. A legend. 🙏
— McNeil (@Reflog_18) April 9, 2022
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Heartbroken to hear of the loss of Dwayne Haskins Jr. My thoughts and prayers go out to his incredible family. One of the greatest QB’s in Ohio State history, but an even better son, teammate, and friend. God Bless!! pic.twitter.com/lM9Z8LzMhe
— Urban Meyer (@CoachUrbanMeyer) April 9, 2022
— Michael Thomas (@Cantguardmike) April 9, 2022
Dwayne Haskins’ first major moment at Ohio State was as a freshman, taking over for an injured J.T. Barrett while trailing rival Michigan on the road in the 3rd quarter. Haskins would lead the Buckeyes to 3 scoring drives and a come from behind win. RIP 🙏 pic.twitter.com/HOi63mFArj
— Field Yates (@FieldYates) April 9, 2022
Tragic news: Steelers quarterback Dwayne Haskins died early Saturday morning after being hit by a car in South Florida. Haskins, 24, was in Fla. training with other Steelers teammates. He was apparently headed to the airport to return to Pittsburgh when the accident occurred.
— Gerry Dulac (@gerrydulac) April 9, 2022
This was just yesterday.
— Bradley Locker (@Bradley_Locker) April 9, 2022
Dwayne Haskins was having fun with his Steelers teammates and getting ready for a new season, a new sense of purpose carrying him.
Cherish every second while you can. https://t.co/UhoNwyDrMy
In memory of Dwayne Haskins, here’s one of my favorite moments of his career
— 𝘀𝗵𝗿𝗶𝗵𝗮𝗻 🪖 (@CommanderMaye) April 9, 2022
His emotions after giving it his all and getting his first career win 🙏🏾 pic.twitter.com/Q7vOGfNkug
The Dept. of Athletics is terribly saddened to learn of the death of Dwayne Haskins. We are thinking of the entire Haskins family during this most difficult time. Our prayers are with the family, and with his current and former teammates, coaches, friends and relatives. https://t.co/4aEdQ9nQdj
— Ohio State Buckeyes 🌰 (@OhioStAthletics) April 9, 2022
Statements from the Steelers and Commanders on the tragic death of 24-year-old QB Dwayne Haskins. pic.twitter.com/bI8CBcrXnp
— Ralph Vacchiano (@RalphVacchiano) April 9, 2022
Dwayne Haskins died this morning after being hit by a car at only 24 years old. He had so much life ahead of him even beyond the football field. Most will remember him as a star at Ohio State and NFL QB, but let us all send up a prayer for his family who lost so much more. pic.twitter.com/jL5abZ98Pc
— Robert Griffin III (@RGIII) April 9, 2022
RIP Dwayne Haskins… this shocking news is hard to understand… you will be missed by all…. https://t.co/JjShqcJz0M
— Steve Mariucci (@SteveMariucci) April 9, 2022
RIP Dwayne Haskins.. heartbreaking… Prayers to his family & loved ones.
— Kyler Murray (@K1) April 9, 2022
Love yours while they’re here!
Dwayne Haskins Jr. 🖤🕊 pic.twitter.com/c3jmuIc41T
— Darius Butler (@DariusJButler) April 9, 2022
The news about the passing of quarterback Dwayne Haskins is so incredibly sad and tragic. I spent about a half hour with him his rookie year interviewing him – he had a fun and infectious personality. This is just awful. Much love and prayers to his family, teammates & fans. RIP pic.twitter.com/jKXfWHBk1y
— Matthew Berry (@MatthewBerryTMR) April 9, 2022
Tell YOUR loved ONEs…. tHAT YOU LOVE THEM!!! ❤️
— Joe Haden (@joehaden23) April 9, 2022
Life is so short!! Rip Dwayne Haskins!
🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Omg… My Condolences Go Out To Dwayne Haskins & His Family🙏🏼😔
— 🦅MaddMaxx🦅 (@CrosbyMaxx) April 9, 2022
In an instant, gone. Gone from his family. Gone from his friends. Gone from his teammates. So much more life to live. This is absolutely gut wrenching. 24 years old with the world in front of him. RIP Dwayne Haskins. 😔
— Trai Essex (@TraiDay79) April 9, 2022
I don’t have appropriate words after hearing Dwayne Haskins is dead after being hit by a car. So young, his life was still in the formative chapters. I always found him to have a sweet and positive spirit in our dealings. Deepest condolences to his family and close friends. 🙏🏾
— Jim Trotter (@JimTrotter_NFL) April 9, 2022
One of my fav moments of Dwayne Haskins as a Redskins player was when he hit McLaurin on a 70 yard slant for a TD. 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/O1pY6ws8xY
— Zac (@DCzWall) April 9, 2022
Tough to find the words… you will be missed pic.twitter.com/x9bNzmRvCv
— Joey Burrow (@JoeyB) April 9, 2022
Devastated.
— Mason Rudolph (@Rudolph2Mason) April 9, 2022
Wow man.. RIP Dwayne🙏🏽.
— Denzel Ward (@denzelward) April 9, 2022
I love you 7 💔 #Godspeed
— Brian Hartline (@brianhartline) April 9, 2022
I’m speechless
— Michael Thomas (@Cantguardmike) April 9, 2022
Beyond saddened to hear of the loss of our NFL brother.. RIP Dwayne! Prayers to the entire Haskins family! 🙏🏾
— Tyrod Taylor (@TyrodTaylor) April 9, 2022
Damn this Haskins news got me 😔
— Damien Woody (@damienwoody) April 9, 2022
Hard news to hear, RIP TO MY GREAT FRIEND 🥺 motivation every time we chop it up ! 🙏🏾
— DEVIN WHITE (@DevinWhite__40) April 9, 2022
The world lost a great person today. When Dwayne first walked into the locker room I could tell he was an upbeat guy. He was always making people smile, never taking life for granted. His impact on me will last a forever.
— TJ Watt (@_TJWatt) April 9, 2022
— Michael Thomas (@Cantguardmike) April 9, 2022
Current & Former Chiefs players react
Prayers man…🙏🏽
— Patrick Mahomes II (@PatrickMahomes) April 9, 2022
Lost for words ……
— Ty Hill (@cheetah) April 9, 2022
Prayers to the Haskins family and all who knew him. 🙏
— Flash (@JOSH_GORDONXII) April 9, 2022
Damn bro. 🙏🏾
— GLYDE (@Clydro_22) April 9, 2022
FLY HIGH YOUNG MAN! pic.twitter.com/yQLOkUwhLv
— Tyrann Mathieu (@Mathieu_Era) April 9, 2022
Prayers out to the Haskins family and all of his loved ones🙏🏽
— The Chosen Juan👑🙇🏽♂️ (@Juan_Thornhill) April 9, 2022
Life is precious. Live life with no regrets, don’t dwell on the negatives, and cherish every great moment. Gone to soon RIP Dwayne Haskins
— Deon Bush (@deonbushlive2) April 9, 2022
Mann that’s crazy
— DERRICK GORE (@Gore_D1) April 9, 2022
its with great sadness to hear the news of QB Dwayne Haskins. Only 24 yrs old, tremendous future ahead of him,, now his life is cut short. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. 🙏
— Warren Moon (@WMoon1) April 9, 2022
RIP Dwayne Haskins pic.twitter.com/n6osBNfeKh
— Barstool Sports (@barstoolsports) April 9, 2022
Omg man… praying for Dwayne Haskins and his family. Truly tragic
— Justin Reid (@JustinqReid) April 9, 2022
The News
From Miami Herald:
— Ed Bouchette (@EdBouchette) April 9, 2022
The Florida Highway Patrol is currently investigating an accident that happened around 6:30 a.m. on I-595 Westbound between Interstate 95 north and south. According to the FHP, a 24-year-old pedestrian was hit by a dump truck.
https://t.co/xzO9KqzO0S
FATAL CRASH: Dump truck hits and kills pedestrian, leaving westbound lanes of I-595 closed for investigation. See which roads FHP is guiding people to divert traffic to. https://t.co/UEtbWXiMVZ
— WPLG Local 10 News (@WPLGLocal10) April 9, 2022
