Matt Stevens, a former defensive back in the NFL, has passed away at 51 years old. The news was announced by his family.
Stevens’ died Mar. 20, per an obituary, His cause of death has not been revealed.
“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Matthew Stevens age 51, beloved son and father,” read the obituary.
Since he retired in 2003 from football, Stevens lived in Durham, North Carolina. (RELATED: Former NFL Star LeShon Johnson Hit With Charges After Allegedly Running Largest Dog Fighting Ring Ever Busted By FBI)
A two-time All-American in college football, Stevens became a star at Appalachian State. He’s a part of the App State Athletics Hall of Fame.
Appalachian State’s football program issued their condolences to the family of Stevens.
Stevens was picked in the third round by the Buffalo Bills in the 1996 NFL Draft. When he played for the…
