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<\/p>\nA 44-year-old former NFL star, known for his time with the Cleveland Browns, has tragically passed away in a car accident. His funeral is being held today, as reported by the Akron Beacon Journal.<\/p>\n
The former running back, who had a notable moment in the 2001 season with the Browns, is remembered for a crucial touchdown he scored against the Super Bowl-winning Baltimore Ravens, contributing to a 27\u201317 victory. Despite this standout performance, his NFL career included only one other touchdown.<\/p>\n
After retiring from football, he worked as a welder and remained actively involved in his community. He married Margarita in February 2012, and the couple had three children together: a son, two daughters, and a granddaughter. A devoted Christian, he was also engaged with Platte Valley Baptist Church in Fort Morgan, Colorado.<\/p>\n
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Born Benjamin Stevenson Gay Jr. in Houston, Texas, he was honored as a USA Today first-team All-American following his time at Spring High School. He continued his education at Baylor University and Garden City Community College, ultimately earning a Master\u2019s degree in Biology. Before his NFL career, he played for the Edmonton Eskimos in Canada.<\/p>\n
Tributes have been pouring in on social media, with friends and fans reflecting on his impact both on and off the field. They have shared memories of his contributions as a player and his personal qualities. The Associated Press has confirmed the car accident, but further details have not yet been released.<\/p>\n
The Rowanoak Mortuary & Crematory in Fort Morgan, Colorado, is managing the funeral arrangements, with additional details about the memorial service expected to be announced soon.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"