Field Level Media
22 Oct 2020, 09:10 GMT+10
Offensive lineman Mario Henderson, who played four seasons for the then-Oakland Raiders, died Wednesday at the age of 35.
No cause of death was announced.
"The Raiders Family is heavy hearted following the passing of Mario Henderson," the team said in a statement. "... Everyone will miss Mario's sense of humor and passion for football and life. The prayers of the entire Raider Nation are with Mario's family and loved ones at this time."
Henderson was selected by the Raiders in the third round of the 2007 NFL draft after a college career at Florida State. He started five games at left tackle in his second season and played in 44 games (28 starts) in four seasons with the Raiders.
Henderson also spent time with the San Diego Chargers but never played in another NFL game after the leaving the Raiders. He subsequently signed for several indoor football teams.
The athletic department at Lehigh Senior High School in Lehigh Acres, Fla., where Henderson was a star athlete, issued a statement that read, in part, "We are saddened and shocked to hear of the unexpected passing of one of our most prominent alumni. We would like to send our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of our 2003 graduate Mario Henderson. ... Known as a gentle giant, Mario will be sorely missed by all whose lives he impacted."
The NFL Players Association said in a statement, "We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Mario Henderson. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends during this difficult time. Rest In Peace."
--Field Level MediaGet a daily dose of San Jose Sun news through our daily email, its complimentary and keeps you fully up to date with world and business news as well.
Publish news of your business, community or sports group, personnel appointments, major event and more by submitting a news release to San Jose Sun.
More Information(Photo credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images) The potential tying run had just reached base Saturday when Milwaukee Brewers third baseman...
(Photo credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images) Left-hander Sean Manaea finally appears set to make his season debut for the New York Mets....
(Photo credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images) It was fitting that the Astros had to dig deep into their reconfigured bench in the latter...
(Photo credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images) After hitting their season's low point a week ago, the Cleveland Guardians have reversed...
(Photo credit: David Richard-Imagn Images) In a span of 10 pitches Saturday, the Cincinnati Reds ensured they wouldn't be swept for...
(Photo credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images) The Boston Red Sox will be looking to extend their winning streak to 10 games Sunday...
BATTLE CREEK, Michigan: In a major consolidation of iconic food brands, WK Kellogg has agreed to be acquired by the owner of Ferrero...
WASHINGTON, D.C.: Filmmaker Peter Jackson's lifelong fascination with the extinct giant New Zealand flightless bird called the moa...
NEW DELHI, India: India has submitted a revised proposal to the World Trade Organization (WTO) in Geneva to implement retaliatory tariffs...
SAN FRANCISCO, California: Nvidia, the Silicon Valley chipmaker at the heart of the artificial intelligence boom, this week briefly...
REDMOND, Washington: Artificial intelligence is transforming Microsoft's bottom line. The company saved over US$500 million last year...
WASHINGTON, D.C.: A federal rule designed to make it easier for Americans to cancel subscriptions has been blocked by a U.S. appeals...