Just a few days ago, the death of Jaylon Ferguson shook the NFL. Now it’s revealed why the Baltimore Ravens outside linebacker lost his life at just 26 years old

Munich – A few days ago, the Baltimore Ravens received terrible news: outside linebacker Jaylon Ferguson passed away at the age of only 26.

Now the cause of death is also known. The athlete died from the combined effects of cocaine and fentanyl. This was announced by the office of the chief medical examiner. According to this, the death of the NFL professional is classified as an accident.

More specific information about the nature of Ferguson’s death was not released by the office, but the bulk of the written autopsy report is expected to be completed within 90 days.

Ferguson struggled with depression

On June 21, the linebacker was found unconscious in his North Baltimore home. According to police, who were immediately called, the athlete did not regain consciousness and was pronounced dead at the scene by medical personnel who were called over.

According to The Baltimore Banner, the defensive specialist was most recently dealing with the death of his grandmother and a fire at his home in Owing Mills, Maryland. A friend also told police that Ferguson was struggling with depression.

The linebacker nicknamed “Sack Daddy”, who holds the NCAA record with 45 sacks in four years at Louisiana Tech, leaves behind three children. His family described his death in a statement as “one of the darkest moments” in their lives.