Ex-Bucs Linebacker Geno Hayes Dead At Age 33!

Geno Hayes, who is only 33-years-old was reportedly in hospice care in Georgia stemming from liver issues. Unfortunately, Geno Hayes has died. He was 33. Read on for details since Geno Hayes Dead at 33…

CelebnSports247.com reports that the Tampa Bay Buccaneers confirmed his death Tuesday. He had liver disease and had been in hospice care at his parents’ home in Valdosta, Georgia.

The Bucs said in a statement:

Geno was a beloved teammate and often the first player to volunteer his time to our efforts in the community. He frequently visited schools and had a remarkable ability to connect with children. Losing him at such a young age is heartbreaking.

New York Jets coach Robert Saleh was coaching Jaguars linebackers in 2014 and worked with Hayes.

Saleh said in a statement:

I saw Geno’s passion and love for not only football but for life itself. He was an amazing person who left a mark on everyone who had the pleasure of connecting with him.

Geno lived up to his potential at FSU — earning 1st Team All-ACC honors in 2007.

He went on to have a 7 year run in the NFL — which started when he was selected by the Tampa Bay Bucs in the 6th round of the 2008 Draft.

Hayes went on to play with the Chicago Bears and the Jacksonville Jaguars before his pro career came to an end following the 2014 season.

In total, Hayes racked up 401 tackles, 10 sacks, 6 forced fumbles, and 6 interceptions in his pro career.

Off the field, Hayes was known as a generous guy who was always looking for ways to help out in his of Greenville, Florida … hosting youth football camps and toy drives.

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