Texas A&M ‘Wrecking Crew’ linebacker Keith Mitchell dead at 51
Former NFL linebacker and Texas A&M Hall of Famer Keith Mitchell has died at the age of 51.
Coverage (7)
- Texas A&M Athletics Hall of Famer Keith Mitchell Passes Away 12thman.com · 46d ago
- NFL Star Dies at 51 The Daily Beast · 46d ago
- Legendary Texas A&M LB Passes Away Unexpectedly at Age 51 Sports Illustrated · 46d ago
- Keith Mitchell Dies at Age 51, Former NFL LB Made Pro Bowl With Saints Bleacher Report · 46d ago
- Report: Former Saints Pro Bowl linebacker Keith Mitchell dead at age 51 NOLA.com · 46d ago
- Former Saints LB Keith Mitchell dies at 51 NBC Sports · 46d ago
- Texas A&M ‘Wrecking Crew’ linebacker Keith Mitchell dead at 51 KBTX News 3 · 46d ago
The brief
Keith Mitchell, known for his tenure with the Texas A&M “Wrecking Crew” and the New Orleans Saints, has passed away at age 51. The athlete achieved Pro Bowl status during his professional career in the NFL.
Coverage from outlets including 12thman.com, The Daily Beast, Sports Illustrated, Bleacher Report, NOLA.com, NBC Sports, and KBTX News 3 highlights his status as a college Hall of Famer and former professional player. Reports confirm the death occurred unexpectedly.
Public statements regarding the cause of death or specific memorial arrangements are not yet specified in current coverage.
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Quick answers
Who was Keith Mitchell?
He was a former linebacker for the New Orleans Saints and a member of the Texas A&M Athletics Hall of Fame, recognized for his role in the 'Wrecking Crew' defense.
How old was Keith Mitchell when he died?
He was 51 years old.
What was the cause of death?
Coverage does not yet specify a cause of death for Keith Mitchell.
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