He was 33.
NFL great Demaryius Thomas was found dead in his home on Thursday evening, and the news of his death has impacted NFL players and fans across the country. He was 33.
Thomas just announced his retirement from the NFL in June.
Details surrounding Thomas' death have not been released just yet, but police told family members they found Thomas in a shower at his home, according to The Associated Press.
“He had been suffering from seizures for over a year, and we believe he had a seizure when he was showering," LaTonya Bonseigneur, a first cousin who grew up with Thomas, told The AP on Friday. "We're not sure when he died. We just spoke with him yesterday."
Players and fans took to social media to pay tribute to Thomas:
We are devastated and completely heartbroken.
— Denver Broncos (@Broncos) December 10, 2021
Demaryius' humility, warmth, kindness and infectious smile will always be remembered by those who knew him and loved him. pic.twitter.com/0GLZIr6UP3
The NFL family mourns the tragic loss of Demaryius Thomas and we extend our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. pic.twitter.com/rAXYguAUy1
— NFL (@NFL) December 10, 2021
Heartbroken 💔 pic.twitter.com/e3EbU0aPeP
— D-Ware (@DeMarcusWare) December 10, 2021
Love forever bro 🕊 pic.twitter.com/eUQDBR8WP5
— Brandon Marshall (@BMarshh) December 10, 2021
Rest easy my brother. Hurt.
— Derek Wolfe (@Derek_Wolfe95) December 10, 2021
Just absolutely sick. Shaking. Nauseous. Can’t be real. Love you 88. Absolutely one of the kindest, genuine, humble, generous Superstars I have ever had the luxury of calling friend. Hug someone you love
— Tyler Polumbus (@Tyler_Polumbus) December 10, 2021
I learned so much from this man…one of the most powerful & graceful & smooth athletes I’ve ever been around…and then he was funny & smart & awesome to be around too…I am in tears…I love ya, DT! 🙏💔😢 pic.twitter.com/KXrlucJAQ4
— JoelDreessen (@JoelDreessen) December 10, 2021
This is my absolute favorite clip I've ever shot of DT. THIS was Demaryius. Such a loss. Just painful. pic.twitter.com/h7W3Lr11Ce
— Ryan Greene 📷 (@RyanCBS4) December 10, 2021
Most people saw what Demaryius Thomas could do on the field. Off the field, he was even more special.
— Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) December 10, 2021
These are just some of the videos I still have on my phone that swore I never would delete. Being around little kids was when Demaryius seemed the happiest. pic.twitter.com/E1UIXigpIJ
I'm just shocked to hear that Demaryius Thomas has died. Gone way to soon. Honored to have known you brutha. R.I.P!
— Terrell Davis (@Terrell_Davis) December 10, 2021
Heartbroken. #RIP Young Legend.
— Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) December 10, 2021
DeMaryius Thomas 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 #88 pic.twitter.com/JRT99jUwlx
This is who my friend was. Always Smiling. I love you DT #RIP 💔 pic.twitter.com/jL9jI0Qe93
— Brandon McManus (@thekidmcmanus) December 10, 2021
Thomas played 10 seasons in the NFL, mostly with the Denver Broncos, and earned four Pro Bowl nominations and a Super Bowl ring. He was drafted by the Broncos in the first round of the 2010 draft, leaving the NFL as the Broncos’ second-leading receiver in franchise history.
Our thoughts and condolences go out to Demaryius' family and friends. Rest easy, DT.