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NFL Player's Life Cut Short Weeks After Daughter's Birth
16 Apr
Summary
- Former NFL player Chris Payton-Jones died in a car crash.
- He recently welcomed a baby daughter just three weeks prior.
- Payton-Jones was also a mentor to young athletes and creators.
Chris Payton-Jones, a 30-year-old former NFL player, tragically passed away in a car crash on Saturday evening in Gainesville, Florida. His death occurred only three weeks after the birth of his daughter, a milestone he was reportedly very excited about.
Payton-Jones, who last played for the St. Louis Battlehawks, had transitioned to content creation with his YouTube channel. He was also a recognized figure on high school football sidelines, mentoring young athletes and videographers.
The incident report indicated Payton-Jones was driving on the wrong side of the road at the time of the collision. Three passengers in the other vehicle sustained minor injuries. His former coach remembered him as an outstanding player and human being.
