Former NFL Defensive Lineman Allen Bailey Dies at 37

Former Kansas City Chiefs and Atlanta Falcons defensive lineman Allen Bailey has died at the age of 37 after reportedly being found dead inside his Florida home.

According to reports, Bailey’s wife discovered him deceased on Wednesday. The family reportedly believes he died of natural causes. Further details surrounding his death have not been made public.

Bailey spent the first eight seasons of his NFL career with the Kansas City Chiefs before joining the Atlanta Falcons in 2019. He played two seasons in Atlanta, appearing in 31 games before being released in 2021.

The Chiefs selected Bailey in the third round of the 2011 NFL Draft after a standout college career at the University of Miami. He quickly became a contributor on Kansas City’s defensive front, earning a reputation for his strength, versatility, and ability to pressure opposing quarterbacks.

During his NFL career, Bailey appeared in 133 regular-season games, recording 22 sacks and 248 combined tackles. His time in Kansas City accounted for the majority of his professional career before he finished his NFL tenure with Atlanta.

Born on March 25, 1989, on Sapelo Island, Georgia, Bailey attended McIntosh County Academy before continuing his football career at the University of Miami. His journey from coastal Georgia to the NFL culminated in nearly a decade competing at the highest level of professional football.

Bailey’s death at just 37 years old is a heartbreaking loss for his family, friends, former teammates, and the football community.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Bailey’s loved ones during this difficult time.