Former Vikings CB Jeff Gladney Dies At 25: 'Life Lost Much Too Soon'

Originally published on May 30

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) -- Former Minnesota Vikings cornerback Jeff Gladney has died at the age of 25 following a car crash in Texas Monday morning.

Gladney's agent, Brian Overstreet, confirmed that Gladney died in a crash near downtown Dallas, according to NFL Network. Further details about his death were not immediately available.

The Vikings released a statement following the news of Gladney's death, calling it a "life lost much too soon."

Gladney's team, the Arizona Cardinals, also released a statement.

His college team, Texas Christian University, said in a statement that Gladney "will be missed by our entire community."

Former TCU teammate Jalen Reagor, now a Philadelphia Eagle, called Gladney his "best friend."

Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson also tweeted a remembrance of the young cornerback.

Gladney was a first round pick by the Vikings in 2020. He was cut from the team a year later after he was indicted by a Texas grand jury on a felony assault charge. He was later found not guilty.

CHICAGO, IL - NOVEMBER 16: Minnesota Vikings cornerback Jeff Gladney (20) looks on in action during a NFL game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Chicago Bears on November 16, 2020 at Soldier Field, in Chicago, IL. (Photo by Robin Alam/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Gladney signed with the Cardinals in March.

Read more
f

We and our partners use cookies to understand how you use our site, improve your experience and serve you personalized content and advertising. Read about how we use cookies in our cookie policy and how you can control them by clicking Manage Settings. By continuing to use this site, you accept these cookies.