Football community reacts to news of Demaryius Thomas' death

The NFL family mourns the tragic loss of Demaryius Thomas and we extend our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. pic.twitter.com/rAXYguAUy1

— NFL (@NFL) December 10, 2021

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— Denver Broncos (@Broncos) December 10, 2021

We are devastated and completely heartbroken.

Demaryius' humility, warmth, kindness and infectious smile will always be remembered by those who knew him and loved him. pic.twitter.com/0GLZIr6UP3

— Denver Broncos (@Broncos) December 10, 2021

Rest in peace, Bay Bay 💔 pic.twitter.com/1Qqa1fiYWo

— Georgia Tech Football (@GeorgiaTechFB) December 10, 2021

Heartbroken 💔 pic.twitter.com/e3EbU0aPeP

— D-Ware (@DeMarcusWare) December 10, 2021

Im so sad to wake up this morning to hear about the passing of my friend Demariyus Thomas. We were all blessed with his humility and positive spirit, and we will all miss him. This photo is from the Hall of Fame this past August, a source of light as always. 🙏 RIP pic.twitter.com/o3hvQN0cRz

— Tom Brady (@TomBrady) December 10, 2021

Woke up and saw the really devastating news about my teammate and friend, Demaryius Thomas. So many are going to remember him for his athletic ability… but I’ll be remembering him for his kindness, his smile that would light up a room, and the love he had for those in his life. pic.twitter.com/gNVzmJ503X

— Tim Tebow (@TimTebow) December 10, 2021

DT sat with my son son the entire plane ride home from Super Bowl, held him on his lap on Bus, carried him and hoisted him on fire truck during the parade and celebrated with him as if his own kid. I hope my son remembers 88. pic.twitter.com/tpByZZaklo

— Tyler Polumbus (@Tyler_Polumbus) December 10, 2021

Love forever bro 🕊 pic.twitter.com/eUQDBR8WP5

— Brandon Marshall (@BMarshh) December 10, 2021

This is who my friend was. Always Smiling. I love you DT #RIP 💔 pic.twitter.com/jL9jI0Qe93

— Brandon McManus (@thekidmcmanus) December 10, 2021

It was an honor to play with you. Thank you for always believing in me! Rest easy my brother. pic.twitter.com/18z6ggshBX

— Garett Bolles (@gbolles72) December 10, 2021

Heartbroken. #RIP Young Legend.
DeMaryius Thomas 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 #88 pic.twitter.com/JRT99jUwlx

— Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) December 10, 2021

I remember when DT returned to Mile High right after being traded. Von Miller came into the Texans locker room to see him. Peyton Manning’s kids ran up to him in the tunnel as he walked to the bus and hugged him. Peyton took pictures of them together. You could feel the love pic.twitter.com/37fxJ5MSE8

— James Palmer (@JamesPalmerTV) December 10, 2021

💔 RIP DT pic.twitter.com/ovZRJ4wUtv

— Patrick Peterson /P2 (@P2) December 10, 2021

Everyone who ever knew DT had a story. A story about his kindness, the way he treated them. He was a friend to everyone. Incredible player, better human being. You’ll be so very missed 88. So missed. pic.twitter.com/1h53pytzec

— Anne Noland (@annenoland) December 10, 2021

Demaryius Thomas’ football feats were incredible, but this is the man I’ll remember: The guy who was kind, always smiling, who was Uncle DT to so many kids, and who was always thoughtful and sincere in our professional relationship. pic.twitter.com/F5q1qDLVEw

— Lindsay Jones (@bylindsayhjones) December 10, 2021

Most people saw what Demaryius Thomas could do on the field. Off the field, he was even more special.

These are just some of the videos I still have on my phone that swore I never would delete. Being around little kids was when Demaryius seemed the happiest. pic.twitter.com/E1UIXigpIJ

— Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) December 10, 2021

I met Demaryius Thomas when he was at Georgia Tech - painfully shy and incredibly sweet. He grew so much as a person but never lost that sweetness & kindness.I asked him if he was happy and this was the picture he sent me. This smile truly epitomizes his light. Devastating. pic.twitter.com/nvIj0btlVU

— Laura Okmin (@LauraOkmin) December 10, 2021

I learned so much from this man…one of the most powerful & graceful & smooth athletes I’ve ever been around…and then he was funny & smart & awesome to be around too…I am in tears…I love ya, DT! 🙏💔😢 pic.twitter.com/KXrlucJAQ4

— JoelDreessen (@JoelDreessen) December 10, 2021

Devastating news. I only played with DT for a couple weeks, but he immediately made an impression. Will be missed by many 💔 pic.twitter.com/4iWe0gQ1ku

— Julian Edelman (@Edelman11) December 10, 2021

RIP DT Love you bro .

— Chris Harris (@ChrisHarrisJr) December 10, 2021

Heartbroken! Love ya DT!

— Wes Welker (@WesWelker) December 10, 2021

I'm just shocked to hear that Demaryius Thomas has died. Gone way to soon. Honored to have known you brutha. R.I.P!

— Terrell Davis (@Terrell_Davis) December 10, 2021

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— New York Jets (@nyjets) December 10, 2021