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Sam Mills passes on
Posted: Mon Apr 18, 2005 3:29 pm
by Primetime42
http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2040015
Just figured I'd be the one to post it even here...this guy was actually one of my mentors and played a part in me going to the school I'm at now. Hands down greatest in the history of little Division III Montclair State.
Rest in Peace "Slammin'" Sam Mills.
Posted: Mon Apr 18, 2005 3:57 pm
by terps and skins
A class act on and off the field. Great Player. RIP.
Posted: Mon Apr 18, 2005 4:05 pm
by REDEEMEDSKIN
He fought hard to beat cancer, but unfortunately lost. Best wishes for his family and loved ones during this difficult time.
Posted: Mon Apr 18, 2005 5:22 pm
by washington53
R.I.P. Sam...
I hope his family hangs in there
Posted: Mon Apr 18, 2005 5:25 pm
by SKINZ_DOMIN8
sad....so sad.....g.b.
Posted: Mon Apr 18, 2005 5:38 pm
by carolinakat
R.I.P. #51 
Posted: Mon Apr 18, 2005 5:39 pm
by carolinakat
Posted: Mon Apr 18, 2005 5:40 pm
by carolinakat
R.I.P. #51
Posted: Mon Apr 18, 2005 6:28 pm
by DEHog
Great plater, better person may you R.I.P SM
Posted: Mon Apr 18, 2005 6:33 pm
by redskindave
R.I.P. Sam, Good Bless him and his family
Posted: Mon Apr 18, 2005 6:34 pm
by redskindave
God bless
Posted: Mon Apr 18, 2005 8:11 pm
by Jake
I saw this on the NFL Network and I began to tear up a little bit. The man is too young to die.
I had the pleasure to meet him before the Redskins-Panthers game in 2001. All I had to do was say "Mr. Mills, Mr. Mills! Can I have your autograph?" and he walked over to the sideline and signed my program for me, even though I was wearing a Redskins jersey and a hat. I asked him why he wasn't a member of the Saints coaching staff and he said something along the lines of "they didn't need me." I also told him I had a picture I drew of him but I forgot to bring it. He said to mail it to the Panthers main office and he would sign it. I mailed it but never got it back.
It didn't matter too much but I was still glad to meet such a nice and classy individual. I'm sad to see him go. Rest In Peace Sam.
Posted: Mon Apr 18, 2005 10:30 pm
by tcwest10
I distinctly recall that intercepted shovel pass against the Jets.
A great player, and those in the know say, a great man.
Intestinal cancer is no way to go, but he fought the good fight.
RIP, Sam Mills.
Posted: Mon Apr 18, 2005 11:33 pm
by NC43Hog
Very sad news. I watched him this season and you always hope for the best - he seemed to be putting up such a good fight.
45 - my age. Too young is right Jake.
R.I.P Mr. Mills
Posted: Tue Apr 19, 2005 6:16 am
by Clinton Portis
R.I.P Sam Mills...
Best Wishes to his family.
Posted: Tue Apr 19, 2005 9:54 am
by gibbsfan
rip sam. he was one of the best on and off the field.
Posted: Tue Apr 19, 2005 10:38 am
by Texas Hog
Great man! RIP Sam.
Posted: Tue Apr 19, 2005 11:40 am
by SkinsChic
This is so sad - I remember Jake carrying on the conversation with him. What a nice guy.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Posted: Tue Apr 19, 2005 6:39 pm
by Hogfather
One of my favourite under sized, big play, big heart guys.
My prayers go out to his family and friends.
R.I.P Sam Mills