NFL legend Ray Lewis has to cope with a heavy blow. The former Baltimore Ravens defensive star is mourning the loss of his son Ray Lewis III.

Hard times for NFL legend and Hall of Famer Ray Lewis. The former Baltimore Ravens star is coping with the death of his son.

As “TMZ Sports” reports, Ray Lewis III died in a “tragic way”. However, details about his death have not been released yet.

Several family members expressed their dismay at the 28-year-old’s death. Rashaan, Lewis’ younger brother, wrote on social media, “I can’t believe I’m typing this but RIP big brother. A true angel, I pray you are at peace now as I know how much you suffered. I can never and will never find the words because this pain right here…. I love you, I love you, I love you. Your niece will miss you but she will always hear from you, watch over us all big brother, be our protector, I promise I will make you smile and proud. “

Diego Ryland, head coach of Lewis’ ex-college team Virginia Union Panthers, also shared his deepest regrets with the family, telling “TMZ”, “A great young man and an even better teammate. The entire Virginia Union University community is praying for the family as they cope with the loss of Ray. “

Lewis III most recently played for the Wyoming Mustangs in the Champions Indoor Football League. In addition, he probably aspired to a career in music.