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Former NFL linebacker Ronald Powell, who was the No. 1-ranked high school recruit in the Class of 2010, tragically passed away at age 32.
Powell’s former college teammate, Junior Galette, shared the news on social media.
“I Love You Forever till we meet again,” Galette wrote X this week “An EXCELLENT FATHER. Respected Brother and a Loving Son.” “I am saddened to share with the rest of the world that Ronald Powell Transitioned Earlier today. REST IN POWER RONALD POWELL.”
I Love You Forever till we meet again an EXCELLENT FATHER Respected Brother and a Loving Son I am saddened to shared with the rest of the world that Ronald Powell Transitioned Earlier today. REST IN POWER RONALD POWELL ….. pic.twitter.com/Rx9dS7J4S5
— SACKMAN LIVES (@JuniorGalette93) January 15, 2024
A cause of death was not announced.
Injuries began derailing Powell’s career during his time with the Florida Gators where he suffered two torn ACLs.
Powell was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the 2014 NFL Draft, but would only play 14 games for the team. He last played for the Orlando Apollos of the Alliance of American Football in 2018.
Our deepest condolences go out to Powell’s family and friends during this incredibly difficult and heartbreaking time.
