Luke Knox, the younger brother of Buffalo Bills tight end Dawson Knox, has suddenly died.
Luke Knox, 22, transferred to Florida International University (FIU) where he played linebacker for their college football team after spending four years at Ole Miss. Further details were not yet made available.
The FIU football program first made the announcement:
We are saddened by the sudden passing of Luke Knox, a member of the FIU Football program.
We send our thoughts and prayers to Luke’s family, friends and teammates during this difficult time. pic.twitter.com/07tHUiBByj
— FIU Athletics (@FIUAthletics) August 18, 2022
“Words cannot express the heartfelt sorrow we feel because of the passing of our teammate and friend Luke Knox,” FIU coach Mike MacIntyre said via school release. “I had the honor of coaching Luke at Ole Miss and FIU. While I admired his passion for football, his genuine love for his family and teammates is what I will always remember. He had a special way of making everyone around him feel comfortable and confident. Luke’s family is special to me, and they will continually be in my heart and prayers during this difficult time.”
During his time at Ole Miss, the Knox brothers suited up for the team together in 2018. At the ensuing 2019 NFL draft, the Bills selected Dawson Knox, a tight end, with a third-round pick.
Buffalo head coach Sean McDermott made his usual appearance with the media on Thursday. See the attached video below for his comments on the tragic news:
We’re heartbroken to hear of the sudden passing of Luke Knox.
Sending all of our thoughts, prayers and support to @Dawson_Knox and the Knox family during this difficult time. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/mpkTQYnbve
— Buffalo Bills (@BuffaloBills) August 18, 2022
Bills Wire sends thoughts and condolences to the Knox family during this trying time.
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