Former NFL player Mike Williams, who had a career catching footballs, has sadly passed away at the age of 36 due to a severe accident at a construction site. His father, Wendell Muhammad, shared the accident’s details on a GoFundMe page, and Spectrum News 1 in Buffalo reported the news. “NFL Tragedy: Star Receiver’s Shocking Accident Shakes Football World at Only 36!”
According to Muhammad, the accident occurred in Tampa Bay, Florida, where Mike was working. A heavy steel beam fell on his head, resulting in a critical injury. Mike was swiftly transported to a nearby hospital, but regrettably, he did not regain consciousness. The incident led to swelling in his brain and spinal cord, leaving him paralyzed in his right arm and the lower part of his body from the waist down. Muhammad expressed his profound grief over the loss of his son.
Mike Williams, originally hailing from Buffalo, excelled as a high school football player at Riverside Institute of Technology. He continued his football journey at Syracuse University and was subsequently drafted into the NFL in 2010 by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. After a successful five-season stint in the NFL, he retired in 2016 while playing for the Kansas City Chiefs. Over the course of his career, he accumulated impressive statistics, including 26 touchdowns and 3,089 receiving yards.
Gerald McCoy, a former teammate of Mike’s from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, shared his heartfelt condolences on social media. He fondly remembered Mike for his positive energy, his knack for bringing laughter and camaraderie to the team, and his exceptional football prowess. McCoy offered his prayers and sympathies to Mike’s grieving family.
“NFL Tragedy: Star Receiver’s Shocking Accident Shakes Football World at Only 36!”