Sports

Jeff Gladney Has Died At Age 25, Cause Of Death Is Complications From Car Crash

Published

2 years ago

May 30, 2022

Cardinals Cornerback Jeff Gladney Is Dead

Jeff Gladney, a former first-round draft pick of the Vikings who signed a two-year contract with the Cardinals in March, reportedly died on Monday at the age of 25.

He reportedly died from complications from a car crash. Prayers are up for his family and friends.

Back in February, Jeff celebrated his son’s first birthday on Instagram. “Happy 1st birthday to the lil guy who came in and changed my life. From the first time i laid eyes on you I’ve been in love. You wouldn’t understand how the thought of you has gotten me through many of my darkest days.”

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Jeff Gladney (@almighty__gee)

He continued, “Although we have many many more birthdays and memories to come this one is special. Daddy got you 4L my lil spoiled man
Happy Cake Day Kingston Gee Gladney.”

Gladney was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the first round with the 31st overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft.

Heading into his first training camp, Gladney was competing for a starting job against Mike Hughes, Holton Hill, and fellow rookie Cameron Dantzler. Gladney was named the fourth cornerback behind Dantzler, Hughes, and Hill to begin the season.

In Week 6 against the Atlanta Falcons, Gladney forced his first fumble on running back Brian Hill which was recovered by the Vikings during the 40–23 loss. Overall, Gladney finished the 2020 season with 81 total tackles, three passes defensed, and one forced fumble.

He was released on August 3, 2021 after his indictment for domestic violence. On March 16, 2022, Gladney signed with the Arizona Cardinals.