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Former Redskin Justin Skaggs Dies Of Brain Tumor
Posted: Fri Jun 15, 2007 6:03 pm
by CPallDAY08
http://cbs.sportsline.com/arenafootball/story/10226924
SALT LAKE CITY -- Utah Blaze receiver/linebacker Justin Skaggs remained unconscious and on a respirator Friday, one day after having emergency brain surgery.
Team spokesman Tom Goodhines said Skaggs, who was diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumor this month, went to University Hospitals early Thursday because of a severe headache. Doctors rushed him to surgery to relieve swelling on his brain, Goodhines said.
Skaggs' family was coming to Salt Lake City from Missouri to discuss their options.
Skaggs, 28, is in his third season in the Arena Football League and second with the Blaze. He also played in NFL Europe and appeared in one game for the Washington Redskins in 2002.
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I heard awhile ago he was doing well in the AFL. I hope he is alright, he was a skin although shortlived.
Posted: Fri Jun 15, 2007 6:44 pm
by Jake
First Kevin Mitchell, now maybe Justin. The good really do die young.
I really hope Justin pulls through. I will be praying for him. This is shocking.
Just like Mitchell, one of the nicest Skins to talk to. I remember walking down the street with Skaggs when we were both on the way to practice in Carlisle just having a casual conversation. He never shyed away from a fan.
Thanks for posting CPall.
Posted: Fri Jun 15, 2007 7:38 pm
by Jake
He passed.
AFL player Skaggs dies after brain surgery
June 15, 2007
CBS SportsLine.com wire reports
SALT LAKE CITY -- Utah Blaze receiver/linebacker Justin Skaggs died Friday, a day after emergency brain surgery.
Skaggs, recently diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumor, had surgery Thursday to relieve swelling after he complained about a severe headache, Blaze spokesman Tom Goodhines said Friday.
The 28-year-old Skaggs remained unconscious and on a respirator after the surgery. His family traveled from Missouri and was with him when he was pronounced dead Friday at University Hospital, the team said.
"Justin will forever be a member of this team and a member of the Blaze family and he will be deeply missed by all," Blaze owner John Gaff said in a statement.
Skaggs was in his third season in the Arena Football League and second with the Blaze. He also played in NFL Europe and appeared in one game for the Washington Redskins in 2002.
A memorial service was scheduled for Monday at EnergySolutions Arena.
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This is a real shame. I can't believe this man. Rest in peace Justin. You will be missed.
I edited the title for you, CPall.
Posted: Fri Jun 15, 2007 9:50 pm
by BearSkins
A shame indeed. Shocking news - RIP Justin.
Posted: Fri Jun 15, 2007 11:01 pm
by frankcal20
I wish his family the best. I heard Tony Dungy say something on NFL Network yesterday about his son's passing, "Too may people focus on the times you won't be able to share with someone. If you could just focus on the good/great times you had with that person, your life will be much better." I really liked that and I doubt someone from his family is reading this but if they are, use this information. I will remember this forever.
Posted: Sat Jun 16, 2007 5:30 am
by redskindave
Very sad news, R.I.P. Justin, God bless him and his family
Posted: Sat Jun 16, 2007 10:18 am
by JPM36
RIP Justin Skaggs. Very sad.
Posted: Sat Jun 16, 2007 11:09 am
by redskingush
I always pulled for him in 02, RIP Justin.
Posted: Sat Jun 16, 2007 11:58 am
by Jake
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Justin Skaggs memorial account at any Zions Bank. Checks can also be mailed to Zions Bank, One South Main Street, Suite 100, Salt Lake City, UT 84117.
http://www.sltrib.com/ci_6156320
Posted: Sat Jun 16, 2007 2:01 pm
by skinsfano28
the unabomber will be missed
vaya con dios, justin
Posted: Sun Jun 17, 2007 12:11 pm
by Irn-Bru
This is very sad -- Skaggs was one of the hardest workers on the team the years that he was on and off the practice squad. A great man.
Posted: Sun Jun 17, 2007 8:54 pm
by fredp45
What a shame, I hated this news.
I always wanted Justin to make the Skins. He went to a DII (or DIII) Christian college in Mo. I push for good guys like him to beat the odds. I have a good friend who saw Justin at training camp the years he tried out and he said he had some very good hands -- nearly the best of our WR's...now, I will admit, back then we had pretty lousy WRs!
I'm pretty sure JS has his pads on already and is playing some football in Heaven.