Former Albany defensive lineman and 2024 NFL Draft hopeful AJ Simon has died. He was 25.
Simon’s cause of death was not immediately known.
“The UAlbany football program was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former student-athlete Amitral ‘AJ’ Simon this morning,” the school said.
“AJ was a tremendous young man and even better teammate throughout his time at UAlbany. He was a role model both on and off the field, serving as a pillar to this program over the last two years.”
Simon recorded 12.5 sacks last season for Albany and was hoping to be selected in the NFL Draft later this month and begin his professional career.
A former All-CAA first-team selection on defense, Simon played the last two seasons at Albany after beginning his college football career at Bloomsbury.
“My prayers are dedicated to the Simon family,” Albany football coach Greg Gattuso said. “I love you AJ and will always have a special place in my heart for #8.”
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