If you have not heard by now, former Ohio State football player Dwayne Haskins was tragically killed early this morning after being hit by a vehicle. I’ve seen some things floating around on Twitter about how it may have happened, but I will not post any speculation about an event like this.
Haskins was just 24 years old and has already been mourned by thousands of people. The Ohio State community reacted on social media about the young quarterback’s unfortunate and untimely passing, including his former coach.
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
Former teammates also reacted to the horrible news.
Man… RIP 7 🙏🏾
— Chris Olave (@chrisolave_) April 9, 2022
worst news i’ve ever woke up to..
— Parris Campbell (@PCampbell21) April 9, 2022
One of my college roommates.. we played in the same 8th grade all star game… we talked about a reunion trip during one of theses off-seasons, it felt like we had time
— Jordan Fuller (@j_fuller4) April 9, 2022
Current Buckeyes also took to social media to mourn Haskins.
I’m hurt man… Rest In Peace 7💔
— Gee Scott Jr. (@Geescottjr) April 9, 2022
My condolences to his family..
Hurt, lost for words RIH 7
— CJ Stroud (@CJ7STROUD) April 9, 2022
Ohio State Athletic Director Gene Smith also took to social media to share his sadness with this news as well.
Shocked and saddened by the devastating news about Dwayne. He was a legend on the field and truly a tremendous human being. Prayers to the Haskins’ family. pic.twitter.com/A3osynNcWM
— Gene Smith (@OSU_AD) April 9, 2022
As you can see, the Ohio State football community is very tight-knit. Not everyone may have played with Dwayne Haskins or even attended college at the same time he did. But everyone saw the value he brought to the world on and off the field.
It’s an incredibly sad day for everyone who is involved with Ohio State. I’m sure later today we will find out exactly what happened. When that happens, we will bring you the news. Until then, continued prayers for his family in this terribly tragic time.