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
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
Sending Prayers to Dwayne Haskins Family Such A Tragedy 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
— Jerry Jacobs (@_luhjerry) April 9, 2022
Liberty quarterback and potential Steelers first round pick Malik Willis
Rip Dwayne 😓😪 🙏🏾
— Malik Willis (@malikwillis) April 9, 2022
Pitt quarterback and potential Steelers first round pick Kenny Pickett
Lost for words…RIP Dwayne https://t.co/PI1kfOtFAw
— Kenny Pickett (@kennypickett10) April 9, 2022
Pitt defensive lineman Tyler Bentley
https://twitter.com/Tbcheese45/status/1512817907461459972?s=20&t=1bG8ya_mFR0maRWZsoswmg
Former Pitt defensive lineman Keystone Camp
https://twitter.com/Camp_thatdude/status/1512816540499984387?s=20&t=Ixq2MucC-AATElTrQL_ldA
Former Pitt wide receiver Aaron Mathews
D.H 🕊👼🏽 hate seeing someone go.. was just partying with you last week ..
— Aaron Mathews (@Mathews_A1) April 9, 2022
Former Pitt running back Todd Sibley
Dwayne Haskins was a big brother to me! Can’t believe it
— Todd Sibley Jr. (@T_Sib23) April 9, 2022