Virginia authorities announced Wednesday the untimely passing of a former Baltimore Ravens player who was days shy of turning 29.
Running Back Lorenzo Taliaferro passed away at around 3 p.m. after suffering a sudden heart attack, a family member confirmed.
“Earlier today, December 16, 2020, at approximately 3:07 p.m. deputies were dispatched to the 100 block of Windsor Lane for a call of someone needing medical attention,” the York-Poquoson Sheriff’s Office said in a statement.
“Medics also arrived and transported the patient to a local where he later passed away. Lorenzo Taliaferro was 28 years old. We cannot release any medical information. Our sincere condolences, thoughts, and prayers go out to his family and friends.”
The decedent was drafted with the 138h pick of the 2014 NFL Draft. He played in 19 games before being cut by the Ravens in 2017 only to resurface in the CFL.
“We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Lorenzo Taliaferro,” Ravens head coach John Harbaugh said. “Lorenzo was a kind, smart, respectful, and determined young man – someone always committed to his teammates and well-liked by everyone in our organization.”
“We extend our heartfelt condolences to Lorenzo’s family. May he rest in peace.”
