Former NFL wide receiver Terry Glenn has died at the age of 43 after what is suspected to be a car accident. The was released by Dallas County medical examiner’s office in Texas.
Glenn died at Parkland Memorial Hospital in Dallas early Monday morning.
The Irving (Texas) Police Department confirmed an accident did occur at approx. 12:18 am Monday, the driver was killed but they did not release the name of the victim.
According to police, the car was traveling east on Highway 114, left its travel lane and crashed into a concrete barrier that divides the lanes. While the driver was ejected the passenger only had minor injuries. The crash is under investigation.
Glen was selected with the seventh overall pick in the 1996 draft by the New England Patriots.
He played for Green Bay Packers as well as the Dallas Cowboys over his 12 seasons. He reached the 1000 yard mark four times throughout his career, as well as a pro-bowl selection in 1999.
Former teammate Drew Bledsoe expressed his sadness over Twitter once the news broke.
Incredibly sad to hear about my buddy Terry Glenn. Overcame a ton of adversity to become an excellent person. May your soul rest in peace my friend. #riptg88
— Drew Bledsoe (@DrewBledsoe) November 20, 2017
