DETROIT — Former Detroit Lions linebacker Jessie Lemonier has passed at away at the age of 25, the team confirmed in a statement on Thursday.
"We are shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of former Detroit Lion Jessie Lemonier," the statement said. "Jessie was a model teammate and a wonderful young man who is gone far too soon. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this difficult time."
ESPN first reported the news of Lemonier's passing. A cause of death was not immediately made available.
