Steelers Players, Football World React to Dwayne Haskins’ Death

Dominic Campbell |

Updated: Apr 10, 2022

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback, Dwayne Haskins, died Saturday morning in a car crash. Reactions across the league came about due to the tragic death, including Steeler players, former Steelers, Ohio State Buckeyes players, Pitt players and more. Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin released a statement on Haskins death, saying he was “devastated and at a loss for words.”

Haskins former team, the Washington Commanders, who drafted him No. 15 in the 2019 draft, released a statement.

https://twitter.com/Commanders/status/1512819376050909190?s=20&t=X4GmgPzgXOYWrrdGkgMzNw

NFL Players Association

https://twitter.com/NFLPA/status/1512821948471988224?s=20&t=XONa1c8ndaVuYrRBOD2CFg

Ohio State football

Leader. Legend. Forever a Buckeye. pic.twitter.com/yxwaIewN9V

— Ohio State Football (@OhioStateFB) April 9, 2022

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day

The loss of Dwayne is beyond tragic and extremely difficult to process. For those who knew him closely, he was much more than a great football player. He had a giant heart, old soul and an infectious smile. The Ohio State community and our entire football program are heartbroken.

— Ryan Day (@ryandaytime) April 9, 2022

Urban Meyer, who was Haskins’ head coach at Ohio State, also tweeted a heartfelt message after learning of the news.

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

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker TJ Watt

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

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph

Devastated.

— Mason Rudolph (@Rudolph2Mason) April 9, 2022

Steelers free agent cornerback Terrell Edmunds.

🖤🙏

— Terrell Edmunds (@rell_island6) April 9, 2022

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Diontae Johnson

BLOWED!! 😔

— Diontae Johnson (@Juiceup__3) April 9, 2022

Pittsburgh Steelers guard Kevin Dotson.

Life is so sudden .😔i pray that his family get as much support and love as possible. This is so heart-rending 😞😞R.I.P Dwayne

— 🌚 6iG9asty🕺🏿😈 (@kdd7696) April 9, 2022

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Marcus Allen

Rest In Peace Dwayne smfh this world don’t make no sense 🤦🏽‍♂️❤️‍🩹

— Marcus Allen (@Chico_Hndrxx) April 9, 2022

A quarterback coach alluding to plans for work out with Haskins.

My guy was supposed to be here Thursday…

— Quincy Avery (@QuincyAvery) April 9, 2022

Steelers free agent tight end Eric Ebron

man wtf not Haskins. 😭

— Ebron85 (@Ebron85) April 9, 2022

Steelers free agent cornerback Joe Haden

Tell YOUR loved ONEs…. tHAT YOU LOVE THEM!!! ❤️

Life is so short!! Rip Dwayne Haskins!
🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

— Joe Haden (@joehaden23) April 9, 2022

Charlotte Heyward, wife of Steelers defensive lineman Cam Hayward

https://twitter.com/CharHeyward/status/1512814632515293184?s=20&t=dlEdAa2GjQTpQbbBQB-HPQ

Retired former Steelers backup quarterback Bruce Gradkowski

Awful news today. With a heavy heart my prayers go out to Dwayne Haskins family! RIP big man! Life is way too short!

— Bruce Gradkowski (@bgradkowski5) April 9, 2022

Retired Steelers defensive end Brett Kiesel

Sending love to my @steelers family today and the Haskins family. Sad to lose such a young member of our family.
RIP Dwayne Haskins 🙏

— Brett Keisel (@bkeisel99) April 9, 2022

Retired former Steelers offensive lineman Willie Colon

Thoughts and prayers to the Haskins family. Dwayne Haskins 1997-2022. R.I.P. #Steelers

— Willie Colon (@willcolon66) April 9, 2022

Former Steelers and current Cleveland Browns quarterback Josh Dobbs.

Prayers up 🙏🏽 life is fragile.

— Josh Dobbs (@josh_dobbs1) April 9, 2022

Former Steelers and current San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ray Ray McCloud

Brahhhhhh😓

— RayRay McCloud III (@RMIII_34) April 9, 2022

Former Steelers and current Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner

Gone way too soon , RIP DH! Praying for the family. 🙏🏽

— James Conner (@JamesConner_) April 9, 2022

Las Vegas Raiders Defensive End Maxx Crosby

Omg… My Condolences Go Out To Dwayne Haskins & His Family🙏🏼😔

— Maxx Crosby (@CrosbyMaxx) April 9, 2022

Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray

RIP Dwayne Haskins.. heartbreaking… Prayers to his family & loved ones.
Love yours while they’re here!

— Kyler Murray (@K1) April 9, 2022

Green Bay Packers guard Elgton Jenkins

Rest in Heaven Dwayne Haskins 🙏🏾. My Prayers and condolences goes out to his family.

— Elgton Jenkins (@Big_E_14) April 9, 2022

Kansas City Chiefs safety Deon Bush

Life is precious. Live life with no regrets, don’t dwell on the negatives, and cherish every great moment. Gone to soon RIP Dwayne Haskins

— Deon Bush (@deonbushlive2) April 9, 2022

Detroit Lions cornerback Jerry Jacobs