Dwayne Haskins died after being hit by a dump truck on Saturday.
Funeral services for Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Dwayne Haskins are scheduled to take place in New Jersey and Maryland next weekend. Haskins was killed when he was hit by a dump truck this past Saturday.
The NFL family mourns the tragic loss of Dwayne Haskins and we extend our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. pic.twitter.com/Ilf1LGzrPr
— NFL (@NFL) April 9, 2022
The first service will be held on April 23 at Christ Church in Rockaway Township, New Jersey; the second will take place at Bullis School in Potomac, Maryland, the private K-12 school where he played football.
Haskins was only 24 years old when he was killed by the truck while walking on a South Florida highway.
Florida Highway Patrol spokesperson Lt. Indiana Miranda said Haskins "was attempting to cross the westbound lanes of Interstate 595 when there was oncoming traffic." He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Haskins was down in Florida training with other Steelers quarterbacks, running backs, and wide receivers.
It's not clear why he was on the highway, said Miranda. She stated it's "an open traffic homicide investigation."
In a statement following Haskins' death, Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said:
"I am devastated and at a loss for words with the unfortunate passing of Dwayne Haskins. He quickly became part of our Steelers family upon his arrival in Pittsburgh and was one of our hardest workers, both on the field and in our community. Dwayne was a great teammate, but even more so a tremendous friend to so many. I am truly heartbroken. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, Kalabrya, and his entire family during this difficult time."
Selected 15th overall in the 2019 draft by the Washington Commanders, Haskins spent two years in Washington before signing to Pittsburgh.
"We are devastated to hear the news of the tragic passing of Dwayne Haskins Jr.," Commanders owners Daniel and Tanya Snyder said in a statement. "He was a young man with a tremendous amount of potential who had infectious personality. To say we are heartbroken is an understatement. Our hearts and prayers are with the members of Dwayne's family and all of those who knew him and loved him."
Tributes poured out across social media in honor of Haskins:
We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Dwayne Haskins.
— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) April 9, 2022
May he rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/PsDEx9RI5J
Leader. Legend. Forever a Buckeye. pic.twitter.com/yxwaIewN9V
— Ohio State Football (@OhioStateFB) April 9, 2022
Heartbroken to hear of the loss of Dwayne Haskins Jr. My thoughts and prayers go out to his incredible family. One of the greatest QB’s in Ohio State history, but an even better son, teammate, and friend. God Bless!! pic.twitter.com/lM9Z8LzMhe
— Urban Meyer (@CoachUrbanMeyer) April 9, 2022
The world lost a great person today. When Dwayne first walked into the locker room I could tell he was an upbeat guy. He was always making people smile, never taking life for granted. His impact on me will last a forever.
— TJ Watt (@_TJWatt) April 9, 2022
Tough to find the words… you will be missed pic.twitter.com/x9bNzmRvCv
— Joey Burrow (@JoeyB) April 9, 2022
Prayers man…🙏🏽
— Patrick Mahomes II (@PatrickMahomes) April 9, 2022
SIP lil bra wtf 💔 https://t.co/aWL3uWX6jF
— Lamar Jackson (@Lj_era8) April 9, 2022
I never got the opportunity to meet him but, I am absolutely devastated to learn of Dwayne Haskins passing.
— WrestleMania Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) April 9, 2022
24 yrs old, w/ his whole life still in front of him…gone in an instant.
My thoughts are w/ everybody in his circle of family, friends, & teammates.
Fly high brother pic.twitter.com/cbAGkhjXUa
The worst part about those who die so young: they never get the opportunity to grow into who they’re supposed to be, to become all that they’re supposed to be. RIP to Dwayne Haskins, and heartfelt condolences to all who knew and loved him.
— JennaLaineESPN (@JennaLaineESPN) April 9, 2022
FLY HIGH YOUNG MAN! pic.twitter.com/yQLOkUwhLv
— Tyrann Mathieu (@Mathieu_Era) April 9, 2022
When you think of Dwayne Haskins, think about his smile. Think of the positive impact he wanted to have on the people around him.
— Brooke Pryor (@bepryor) April 11, 2022
Our tribute from SportsCenter this weekend pic.twitter.com/h6Jf7SWev5
Ryan Day shared his thoughts on the legacy Dwayne Haskins left behind: pic.twitter.com/djnSKPboKh
— ESPN (@espn) April 11, 2022
The most infectious smile. RIP Dwayne Haskins. 🙏 My heart is so heavy for his family, friends, and Buckeye Nation. @OhioStateFB pic.twitter.com/HgBJmU1mBo
— Jenny Taft (@JennyTaft) April 10, 2022
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