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Football world mourns the death of 1994 Heisman winner Rashaan Salaam

Published Dec. 9, 2016 12:53 p.m. ET

Nunzio Ingrassia

The football world was shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of 1994 Heisman Trophy winner and Chicago Bears first-round pick Rashaan Salaam on Tuesday.

Former teammates and players sent their deepest condolences following Salaam’s death at the age of 42.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Rashaan Salaam's family, friends, and former teammates. pic.twitter.com/iF5bRIWKJk
— Chicago Bears (@ChicagoBears) December 6, 2016

I will miss my Heisman brother Rashaan Salaam. He was always smiling and just a lot of fun to be around! #RIP
— Matt Leinart (@MattLeinartQB) December 6, 2016

Beyond saddened to hear the news about my @cubuffs teammate and friend Rashaan Salaam. We lost a true Buffalo today.
— Chad Brown (@chadbrown94) December 6, 2016

Always remember these dudes don't have heart like us! Born winner! #DaMob #DC3 pic.twitter.com/RjLqxrjC4g
— Ken Crawley (@RIPGADGETT) March 25, 2016

We lost a brother a true inspiration to the University of Colorado family rest on Rashaan Salaam. #Buffs4Life
— Ken Crawley (@RIPGADGETT) December 6, 2016

RIP Rashaan Salaam. One of the greatest Buffs of all time. pic.twitter.com/SOLS2Zgmxk
— Colorado Video (@cu_video) December 6, 2016

Our thoughts and best wishes are with Rashaan's family, the @cubuffs and the entire #Pac12FB community.https://t.co/5vD0d40QwF
— Pac-12 Network (@Pac12Network) December 6, 2016

The #DoakWalkerAward sends its condolences to the family of '94 recipient Rashaan Salaam and the @cubuffs family. https://t.co/q8oKYjanCs
— Doak Walker Award (@DoakWalkerAward) December 6, 2016