east detroit lions Linebacker Jesse Lemonier, who last played in the league in January 2022, has passed away. He was 25 years old.
Lion confirmed Lemonnier’s death in a statement on Thursday. Details surrounding his death were not immediately known.
Jesse Lemonnier of the Detroit Lions goes set against the Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High on December 12, 2021 in Denver.
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“We are shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of former Detroit Lion Jesse Lemonier,” the statement said. “Jesse was a model teammate and wonderful young man who is gone too soon.”
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“Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this difficult time.”
los angeles chargers who signed Lemonnier as an undrafted free agent in 2020, issued a similar statement on social media.
“Gone too soon. Our hearts are with Jesse’s family, friends and loved ones.”
Jesse Lemonnier of the Los Angeles Chargers during a Seahawks game at Lumen Field on August 28, 2021 in Seattle.
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Lemonier spent one season with the Chargers, appearing in six games where he recorded two tackles. After being off waivers in August 2021, he was signed by the Lions. He totaled 15 tackles and 1.5 sacks in seven games before being waived in May.
Exemption was claimed by arizona cardinals But was released in August before the start of the 2022 season.
Jesse Lemonier of the Detroit Lions celebrates his comeback win against the Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on December 26, 2021 in Atlanta.
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Lemonier continued his football career in the XFL, before signing with and being drafted by the Arlington Renegades in November. Houston Gamblers of the USFL. He was then traded to the Birmingham Stallions.