Gaines Adams passes away at 26
by Kev H on Jan 17, 2010 12:54 PM CST
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ESPN is reporting that Chicago Bears DE Gaines Adams has passed away at the age of 26
Chicago Bears defensive end Gaines Adams died Sunday morning after he was taken to a Greenwood, S.C., emergency room, the county coroner said.
Greenwood County Coroner James T. Coursey said Adams was taken to the emergency room at Self Regional Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 9 a.m. ET Sunday morning.
An autopsy will be performed Sunday by the Anderson County forensic pathologist, Coursey said.
R.I.P. Mr. Adams.
Update #1 NFL.com reports that he did indeed die of a heart attack caused by an enlarged heart. (Thanks PSDB)
Update #2: chicagobears.com report (Quote after jump)
From the chicagobears.com report:
“We are stunned and saddened by the news of Gaines’ passing,” the Bears said in a statement. “Our prayers are with his family during this difficult time.”
Pro Football Talk updates that it's believed to be a heart attack.
Biggs confirms the same over at Chicago Breaking Sports, with the note that the Bears were intent on building their pass rush around him.
I know that a lot of us were fairly upset when we traded our pick for him, but I think we can all agree that no one should have to go so young.
Make sure you head over to Buc 'Em and check out their tribute as well.
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RIP
Lifelong Arizona Cardinals/Chicago Bears fan.
I can't stand band-wagoner fans, stick with your team, throughout the good and the bad.
by JoeCB1991 on Jan 17, 2010 10:46 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
This is awful.
Only 26 and taken away from the world. Thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.
Does anyone know how the NFL will rule on this in regards to the draft pick we gave up for him? I’m curious to see how they handle this because I believe teams receive some sort of compensation in the wake of terrible events such as this. Just curious even though it’s miniscule in the grandeur of this tragedy. RIP.
by PolishSausage.Ditka.Bears. on Jan 17, 2010 10:49 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
response to polish sausage
Let me start by saying this is a major tragedy for the family and friends of Gaines and for the Chicago, Clemson, and greater Greenwood, SC communities. I have a family myself and can’t imagine what his little ones and girlfriend and extended family members are thinking and feeling. to answer your question, teams do not recieve compensation for players that die (even in this situation where a player was traded and not drafted). the Bengals won’t get a compensatory pick for Henry. The Skins did not get a compensatory pick for Taylor. The Bears will not get a pick for Gaines. the only way the Bears could get compensated would be if the Bucs had knowledge of Gaines’ condition before they traded him and did not disclose that information to the Bears, and it sounds like that was not the case. From an organizational standpoint, considering our remaining draft picks and the anticipted limited free agency market, this leaves the Bears, in my opinion, in a very, very, very tough position personnel wise. I understand that many fans do not want to touch a discussion about compensation and the Bear’s plans in moving forward, but unfortunately it is a discussion what has to take place, and it has to take place sooner than later. I can promise you, it is a discussion I’m sure that will take place at some point today at Halas Hall.
by jwridings on Jan 19, 2010 10:18 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs
This is just a shock
I remember being so excited at seeing this guy potential and what he would do for our team for years to come but who knew his time with us wasnt going to be very long. God Bless his family and prayers go out to him
RIP GAINES ADAMS
by Bear Lovin 21 on Jan 17, 2010 10:52 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
This is very sad...
I hope no foul play was involved… Gaines was going to be a great addition to the dline next year, especially with the new coaches coming in to help him… my thoughts go out to his family and friends… and tragic loss for them and for the Bears.
by lswaidz on Jan 17, 2010 10:52 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
Eagles fan here
RIP to Gaines Adams. Best wishes to his family.
RIP Jim Johnson, best ever.
by Imp on Jan 17, 2010 10:53 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
RIP from a Lions fan
So young, such a tragedy. I’m sorry for his families, teams and fans loss
by JazzyBBP on Jan 17, 2010 10:53 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
Sad
Just awful.
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by spleensplitter on Jan 17, 2010 10:54 AM CST via mobile reply actions 0 recs
RIP
So young, this is terribly sad. My heart goes out to his family and friends.
by Ortons Neckbeard on Jan 17, 2010 10:54 AM CST via mobile reply actions 0 recs
Craziness.
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by smudgers on Jan 17, 2010 10:54 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
Cause of Death
Cause of death is apparently a heart attack (http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/01/17/reports-gaines-adams-dead-at-26/?related=1).
As for the draft pick, we don’t get it back and we don’t get compensation.
by bs1220 on Jan 17, 2010 10:57 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
Unfortunately
We all know that heart attacks can be caused by drug use. See Len Bias.
Hopefully that’s not the case and I’m not trying to disparage the guy.
But it happens.
by axthelm on Jan 17, 2010 11:01 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs
If you're not...
trying to disparage the guy, Don’t disparage the guy.
by Big Ike on Jan 17, 2010 4:54 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
DUDE...
it’s WAY too soon for that… do your research…. I read he had an ENLARGED HEART which is KNOWN to cause Heart Attacks… Think it could be THAT now, smart guy? Go somewhere else with your opinions if you can’t be respectful!
GO BEARS!!!!
by ChiTownSounds on Jan 17, 2010 6:00 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
How do you know that about the draft pick?
Any proof?
by PolishSausage.Ditka.Bears. on Jan 17, 2010 11:04 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs
It would seem to me that since he reported to the Bears
and played for the Bears, then that’s it.
If he didn’t report or play for the Bears, then maybe.
by axthelm on Jan 17, 2010 11:05 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Are you guys really
worried about the draft pick? D*mn people. Really?!?
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by smudgers on Jan 17, 2010 11:07 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs
I'm curious.
I gave my condolences above and asked about it at the same time, thats why I’m asking. Don’t try and make it like I’m putting that over the importance of the loss of a life, Smudgers.
by PolishSausage.Ditka.Bears. on Jan 17, 2010 11:12 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Neither the time nor the place.
Let it roll off and move on.
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by Kev H on Jan 17, 2010 11:13 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Damn
a heart attack so young….prayers to the family…..Saddened and shocked…..
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by CloudyFuture on Jan 17, 2010 11:32 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs
So young, so sad
Thoughts and prayers from Pats Pulpit.
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by MaPatsFan on Jan 17, 2010 11:00 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
Thank you sir.
I’m certain his family will take all they can get.
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by Kev H on Jan 17, 2010 11:02 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs
let's see if the FOX pregame show even acknowledges it.
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by ifuwannacrownem on Jan 17, 2010 11:01 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
Of course they will.
The passing of an NFL player will get mentioned in the pregame show.
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by Kev H on Jan 17, 2010 11:02 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs
This is so sad.
Hopefully it’s natural causes and not something else. Either way, 26 is so young. My thoughts go out to his family and the team.
"A lot of fans were drawn to me because they knew that whatever the score was, I was going to run as hard as I could on every play. You don't have that now, you have guys waiting for next week or even next year." - Walter Payton
by HoneyBear on Jan 17, 2010 11:02 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
RIP Gaines Adams
Thoughts are with his family and Bears/Bucs teammates. Too young, no one deserves to die that young, I really think he had a lot of potential and I know Marenelli was excited about the prospect of making him better. Too bad.
by GallopingGhost on Jan 17, 2010 11:05 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
Heart and thoughts go out to Adams' family, and all of Bear nation
There are few words I could say that haven’t already been expressed in this tragedy, but my deepest sympathies go to Adams’ family, his teammates, and all of his supporters. Too young.
by jctsai12 on Jan 17, 2010 11:06 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
RIP
I was looking forward to watching him turn his career around for us.
by soxrule!35 on Jan 17, 2010 11:09 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
Packer Fan
I loved to watch Gaines Adams…He never said a mean word and always gave 110% He will be missed by all…Condolences and Prayers to his family and his Bears Family.
by Buddyruff on Jan 17, 2010 11:11 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
rip
no one should go like that God bless i think he had a lot of upside
by chiguy8506 on Jan 17, 2010 11:12 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
RIP
Sad to see him go.
Does this mean we resign Ogunleye?
by CutlerDabears on Jan 17, 2010 11:16 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
Horrible and shocking news.
May he rest in peace.
by dolphinsinbuffalo on Jan 17, 2010 11:18 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
RIP
too many dead nfl players
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by NinjaZX6R on Jan 17, 2010 11:18 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
RIP
Condolences to is family, teammates and friends. Very sad when a life so young is lost.
by Rjt77 on Jan 17, 2010 11:18 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
Unreal
Horrible, RIP G. Adams. wish we could have seen you in real action next year.
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by BearNecessities on Jan 17, 2010 11:18 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
I might be alone on this...
this is a sad time for the Bears, and I know people might want to send their condolences, but it matters less than 0 to me if you’re a fan of some other team and pronounce it as such. A little egotistical as well if you think a blog is representative of an actual family.
I’m not trying to cause a ruckus, but if you want to say something, just say it; no need for labels.
by NittanyCub on Jan 17, 2010 11:19 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
i'm guilty of it Nittany - didn't mean it that way at all....reason i said it was from the idea that this is you guys area (the Bears Blog), and i'm sort of an outsider coming into your turf, so it was sort of like introducing yourself -
but looking at it again – i see your point – i didn’t mean it to be an egotistical thing
by Loozeeana_Cowboy on Jan 17, 2010 11:22 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs
I'm willing to bet most don't see it that way
and thanks for stopping by. Best of luck to your guys today—should be an interesting game.
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by Kev H on Jan 17, 2010 11:25 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs
It isn't egotistical IMO
Far as I’m concerned, even though our teams aren’t rivals necessarily, it’s still nice that fans can put aside team lines for at least a few seconds and share condolences in the death of a player. Thanks for stopping by.
by SJS_illini on Jan 17, 2010 11:25 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs
thanks guys - we are all hard-core, diehard fans of our teams, otherwise we wouldn't be here....but
some things just transcend football, and the death of a player….the death of ANYONE, definitely does
the true condolences obviously belong to his direct family and close friends, but all of us have a connection to our respective teams and their players…and we all belong to SbNation.Com, so just wanted to let you guys know we were thinkin’ of ya
best wishes
by Loozeeana_Cowboy on Jan 17, 2010 11:31 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Thank you for remembering
us Bear fans at this time. I’m sure most on here don’t have a problem with posters saying which team they support.
OK I don't know shit about basketball.
by SoulEater7 on Nov. 5, 2009 9:51 PM CST
by sue369 on Jan 17, 2010 1:01 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
I almost appreciate it more
that you state your fandom of another team. I don’t know why.
You're being very Un-Dude right now.
by IslandBoodler87 on Jan 17, 2010 4:28 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
I agree as well
Otherwise, you look at the username and don’t realize what their affilations are. Not to disrespect Gaines passing, but It’s like introducing yourself at a social function or something.
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by propheteer on Jan 17, 2010 8:23 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
I was thinking that too.
Sounds like people are trying to make themselves sound better because they’re not a Bears fan.
RIP Gaines
Got DeRosa. Thurston still sucks.
by JoeyBombs on Jan 17, 2010 2:04 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
That's weird.
To each his own—I really don’t see it that way at all. I just see it as an indicator of “hey, i’m not typically around these parts, but know that it saddens everyone”
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by Kev H on Jan 17, 2010 2:05 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
draft picks and free agents
don’t mean shit right now,
a man, A BEAR (no matter how short a span) is dead,
RIP Gaines
by CubsFan87 on Jan 17, 2010 11:21 AM CST reply actions 7 recs
Simply awful
RIP Gaines Adams. My condolences to him and his family.
by JFein on Jan 17, 2010 11:29 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
From a Giants fan
My condolences go out to Mr. Adams’ family, the entire Bears organization, and to all the Chicago fans. R.I.P. Mr. Adams.
by RolloT on Jan 17, 2010 11:33 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
Thoughts & Prayers
To Gaines and his family & friends.
A sad moment. May you rest in peace.
by rdent4hof on Jan 17, 2010 11:38 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
very sad news
thoughts and prayers for Gaines and his loved ones
by PrincetonCubs on Jan 17, 2010 11:40 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
Sad News
Condolensces from a Bengals fan. This is becoming all too common.
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by TarZander on Jan 17, 2010 11:45 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
Man
The Bears must be the most unlucky football organization this is really sad and the same day this guy gets arrested http://blogs.suntimes.com/sportsprose/2010/01/dusty_dvoracek_busted_in_oklah.html.
by tkiller314 on Jan 17, 2010 11:46 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
Gives us all the reason we need to finally get rid of him
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by DC Cubbie on Jan 17, 2010 11:55 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs
prayers for his family and friends
sorry for your guys loss
luckily im a bronco and a blazer fan......#52 is family
by chikndnnr on Jan 17, 2010 11:48 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
Jesus....
This is just unthinkable and so unpredictable.
Start Sean Marshall!!
by Chanman25 on Jan 17, 2010 11:55 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
They aren't even mentioning it on chicagobears.com
Start Sean Marshall!!
by Chanman25 on Jan 17, 2010 11:57 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
They probably
just weren’t expecting breaking news, or are waiting for more details.
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by Kev H on Jan 17, 2010 12:00 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
They don't normally post anything on CB.com
during weekends. Thats why I figured it wasn’t there when I noticed it.
by PolishSausage.Ditka.Bears. on Jan 17, 2010 12:00 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
If any of you are intent on debating
drug abuse, child abuse, overdose, suicide… please do it somewhere else. While we are very careful about trying to stifle or censor things, this is neither the time nor place for such conversations. Thanks.
Y'know what we got here? Mother**ckin' Charlie Bronson. Mr. Majestyk.
by Dane Noble on Jan 17, 2010 11:58 AM CST reply actions 10 recs
Umm, respectfully
I never said anything about child abuse.
It’s terrible that a 26 year old, no matter who they are, is dead.
That said, it does matter how they died.
Janis Joplin was 27 when she died. Jim Morrison 28. They caused their own deaths theough drugs and alcohol.
That’s far, far different than a young person dying of cancer, or in a car accident, or of natural causes.
All I simply said was that it would be better to wait until the facts are in. Cause usually 26 year olds don’t die of natural cause. Sometimes yes, but not usually.
by axthelm on Jan 17, 2010 12:12 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
I don't usually like ax's style, but
he has a point here and I agree with what he has brought up here. 26 year olds don’t usually die of the suspected cause of Gaines death. There are exceptions to every rule and I hope that is the case with Gaines, and we all certainly send condolences to the family. But ax’s post is legit and certainly bears mentioning.
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by Maelvampyre on Jan 17, 2010 12:32 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Dane isn't saying that it isn't possible
He just doesn’t want this to be the venue and i agree with him. There will be other posts to argue the cause and circumstances but this is a post for paying respects. To insist on trying to name a cause is an extremely calis act. Let it go and we will talk about it another time.
by Jhitt81 on Jan 17, 2010 12:39 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Thanks Mael
I hope for his parent’s sake and everyone elses that it’s natural causes.
Either way it’s a tragedy.
Unfortunately, for me, after seeing this kind of thing play out, I tend to be a little suspect.
If that offended anyone I apologize.
by axthelm on Jan 17, 2010 2:03 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
And he didn't mention you specifically.
Don’t take it personal. Just have the respect to just shut your trap about it and move on. If you want to debate that stuff, do it somewhere or sometime else.
by shawndgoldman on Jan 17, 2010 12:45 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
This comment is everything that I hate about the internet
Grow up.
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by Allie on Jan 17, 2010 2:10 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Then why don't you take your own advice and not speculate until all the facts are out?
Oh right, because then your trolling comments wouldn’t be able to get the attention you crave.
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by Trey23 on Jan 5, 2010 6:31 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
by Ozzie Montana on Jan 17, 2010 3:08 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
Make it green.
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by eswan9 on Jan 17, 2010 12:41 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Horrible!!
Being a father myself, i feel so bad for his family. I couldn’t imagine having to bury my child. 26 is far to young to go. RIP and my condolences to the family. Gaines we hardly knew you.
by Jhitt81 on Jan 17, 2010 12:03 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Coming from Arrowhead Pride
to send my condolences and prayers to the Bears family and the family of Gaines Adams. As a Carolina resident I’ve had the pleasure of watching Adams play at Clemson on many occasions. Very gifted athlete and seemed like a great addition to the Bears.
RIP Gaines Adams
by Hail2DaChiefs on Jan 17, 2010 12:07 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
What a Damn Shame!
He was way too young to pass. All football aside I will pray for this Man and his family. Maybe Boers and Berstein will find another opportunity to make fun of him in death like they did Chris Henry. Those two guys are garbage.
by Gesiakob on Jan 17, 2010 12:11 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Life Is Short
Football is a game, the players help us get through our lives. This is a tragic event for his family, and for the NFL family of players and fans. At times like this, we are one team, one family. We pray for Gaines’s family and for the Bears players to get through this loss. I’m a life-long Bears fan, and losing a rising star and beautiful human being puts life even more in perspective…Michael
by Michael J. W on Jan 17, 2010 12:15 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Damn...
RIP Gaines…I was stoked when we got him with all his potential…gone at 26, way too young.
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by ThorCo on Jan 17, 2010 12:15 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
NFL. com reporting
that Gaines died as a cause of cardiac arrest from an enlarged heart.
http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d815c91c1&template=with-video-with-comments&confirm=true
by PolishSausage.Ditka.Bears. on Jan 17, 2010 12:20 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
our thoughts and prayers
are with his family and friends. he was way too young. RIP
by TheCableguy on Jan 17, 2010 12:20 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
R.I.P. Gaines
And as a Bears fan, I welcome and appreciate the thoughts from people who usually care mostly about other teams.
by TCBullfrog on Jan 17, 2010 12:22 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
This sucks
Its sad to see someone die so young. I hope it wasn’t drug related. I know they were saying he needs to gain some weight and bulk up so there might have been a lot of pressure to do so. It doesn’t matter how he died, either way its still tragic.
by Ryan21 on Jan 17, 2010 12:26 PM CST via mobile reply actions 0 recs
Just seen the enlarged heart link
Is that natural and if so why don’t they catch that with all the technology and the resouces the nfl has?
by Ryan21 on Jan 17, 2010 12:30 PM CST via mobile up reply actions 0 recs
I guess you'd have to have an echocardiogram or something to catch it
Remember when Tedy Bruschi had his stroke? It turned out to be due to a tiny heart defect that made him more prone to blood clots forming in his heart, especially at high altitudes for extended periods, and that’s why flying back from the Pro Bowl is what triggered the stroke.
Thank goodness Tedy fully recovered, but the surprise factor was similar; just like Gaines, he was an athlete in top form, but there was this undiagnosed defect.
May the wind be always at your back, and may your placekicker have icewater in his veins.
by juperee on Jan 17, 2010 2:15 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
My point being...
It’s the kind of thing you’d have to be actively looking for, and with no reason to expect it, they didn’t happen to look for it.
Truly sad. I hope his family will find strength to cope and cherish the memories they have of him.
May the wind be always at your back, and may your placekicker have icewater in his veins.
by juperee on Jan 17, 2010 2:22 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Causes for an enlarged heart can be numerous
it can be related to increased workload, genetic defect, drug uses, or any of other numerous causes.
Let’s keep speculation to a minimum at this point. We’re not that group of people.
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by Kev H on Jan 17, 2010 12:30 PM CST reply actions 1 recs
Basketball players
such as Hank Gathers and Jeron Lewis died that way (genetic defect).
So have others.
That happens. So do other things.
by axthelm on Jan 17, 2010 12:35 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
And I noted your suspected reason accordingly.
Now wait to see what the report says.
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by Kev H on Jan 17, 2010 12:37 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
horrible news
condolences to his family and friends.
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by Cubbie-Tim on Jan 17, 2010 12:45 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
RIP
I’m incredibly sorry for his families loss, as well as his loss. The early word was he was extremely excited to have a second chance in Chicago, and I’m sorry we won’t get to see how it was going to turn out.
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by Sklz711 on Jan 17, 2010 12:50 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
RIP
Saw the title and my first thought was HOLY CRAP! He was only 4 years older me. RIP RIP RIP
by Nando21 on Jan 17, 2010 12:53 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
RIP Gaines Adams.
Doesn’t matter what team you cheer for, you have to be sorry and show sympathy with Bears fans today.
26 years old? He was too young.
"People ask me what I do in winter when there’s no baseball. I’ll tell you what I do. I stare out the window and wait for spring."
-Rogers Hornsby-
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jan 17, 2010 1:06 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
And my heart goes out to his friends, family, and teammates.
You are in my thoughts today.
"People ask me what I do in winter when there’s no baseball. I’ll tell you what I do. I stare out the window and wait for spring."
-Rogers Hornsby-
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jan 17, 2010 1:06 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Very sad news.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
OK I don't know shit about basketball.
by SoulEater7 on Nov. 5, 2009 9:51 PM CST
by sue369 on Jan 17, 2010 1:09 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
R.I.P. Gaines Adams
Coming from a Broncos fan, i know what it feels like having a player taken away so young. 2 Years ago on New Years Day a promsing player named Darrent Williams was shot and killed in a drive-by after a party. All my prayers go out to Gaines Adam’s family, friends, fans, and the Bears Organization.
by Whosbob89 on Jan 17, 2010 1:15 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
As a Bronco fan, I second this sentiment
My condolences to Gaines Adams family, friends and Bears fans everywhere
RIP Mr. Adams
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by SDcat09 on Jan 17, 2010 1:37 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
I was stationed in Colorado when that happened
that was an awful time as well
RIP
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by BearNecessities on Jan 17, 2010 11:45 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
RIP from a Steelers Fan
This sucks man. Players dieing too early.
by PCISteeler on Jan 17, 2010 1:19 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
My thoughts are with you all today
What a terrible loss. On behalf of The Falcoholic, our condolences.
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by Dave the Falconer on Jan 17, 2010 1:26 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Packer fan here
I pray for Adams’ family. Gaines Adams died at too young of an age. He was so young and had so much potential. It’s sad to see him go. RIP Gaines Adams.
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by Jabooty on Jan 17, 2010 1:33 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Wow
I just found out about 10 mins ago and was screaming like crazy! It’s too sad to see and hear this… RIP Gaines and my best go out to his family and friends. :(
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by borikua79 on Jan 17, 2010 1:35 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Buc fan here-
I also pray for Adams’ family. Adams was a good guy and will always be remembered as such by all us bucs fans. It will feel awkward when the bucs go up to the podium for the draft on this pick.
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by Some other guy who does not care on Jan 17, 2010 1:36 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Rams' fan here...
…this is truly sad news. Rest in peace Gaines Adams. My prayers are with him and his family, as well as the Bears’ organization.
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by TrojanRam on Jan 17, 2010 1:37 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
RIP Gaines Adams
Really sad that anyone has to die at such a young age.
by GriggsBriggs on Jan 17, 2010 1:48 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Enlarged hearts are a tough thing
Kind of a silent killer. It’s just too bad.
by GallopingGhost on Jan 17, 2010 1:57 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Goodbye Gaines, and RIP
My condolences to his family and friends.
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by propheteer on Jan 17, 2010 1:58 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
RIP G Adams...
Stunned silence!
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by LostInSTL on Jan 17, 2010 1:58 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
What a tragic early ending to a life!
Really reminds you to appreciate every day.
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by juperee on Jan 17, 2010 2:08 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Came here to offer condolences
to his friends and family…. and instead saw a meathead convention in the corner.
I hope his friends and family never read this thread. Completely inappropriate. Wow. I’m actually embarassed to be a member right now.
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by Allie on Jan 17, 2010 2:13 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
It will always and forever be...
unfortunate when a few bad apples get into the sauce.
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by Kev H on Jan 17, 2010 2:14 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Yep, not cool.
I will trade you three pretzel's, two bologna sandwiches, and one Lovie Smith for your pudding.
by Bears fan 4-ever!!! on Jan 17, 2010 2:17 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Most of the comments here are showing sympathy.
However, those that are not like that have turned this thread into what it is now. As someone who will be going to a funeral on January 30, I think that there is a place for those discussions, but it’s not here … at least not now.
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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jan 17, 2010 2:28 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
If you came here to offer condolences
then why don’t you offer them instead of complaining about everything. You haven’t said anything about Gaines, only about why you hate the internet and how your embarrassed to be a member. Get over yourself a bit and say something valuable to the situation instead of criticizing everyone.
by PolishSausage.Ditka.Bears. on Jan 17, 2010 2:35 PM CST up reply actions 4 recs
Well said PS.D.B.
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by Where Triples Go to Die on Jan 17, 2010 8:49 PM CST via mobile up reply actions 0 recs
WOW! Are You Serious Polish?
I guess the classless really come out of the woodwork in these situations. Seems to me that the preliminary results indicate natural causes from the coroner in South Carolina. I appreciate the touch of class Allie tried to display. It is unfortunate some people are brought up without any and never have it.
by Gesiakob on Jan 17, 2010 9:12 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
What are you trying to say
when your mentioning the preliminary results? DId I say anything about the cause of his death at any time? No I didn’t, nor did I participate in any conversation geared towards it. You appreciate the touch of class Allie displayed? Where’s the class in what she said? She complained about what other people were talking about and spoke of her intention to give her condolences without actually giving any at all. Regardless of the context of anyone’s discussion, they had extended their sympathies and respects prior to doing so and if your trying to bring my “class” into question then why don’t you actually pay attention to what I said and think before you speak.
by PolishSausage.Ditka.Bears. on Jan 17, 2010 9:29 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
I'm in the middle
I don’t find either one of your comments “classless” at all (Allie and PSDB). People react differently in times of tragedy. Some individuals can’t stand the thought of talking about anything other than person passed away. Others want to rationalize their death, and try to make sense of it. I’ve got to tell you all, neither way is the wrong way to interpret loss.
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by propheteer on Jan 18, 2010 1:07 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs
My Answer Polish.
I don’t think Allie was complaining. I think she was pointing out that people say hurtfull and negative things in these situations and she expects more for bears fans. I don’t think the personal attack was warrented Polish and I think you owe her an appology. Of course you’re second option is to question my reading ability. Let your conscience be your guide!
by Gesiakob on Jan 18, 2010 11:29 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs
I won't be apologizing
because I don’t think I have anything to apologize for. You can do it for me since you are the only one who is so offended. My conscience tells me that you will do the right thing.
by PolishSausage.Ditka.Bears. on Jan 18, 2010 3:03 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Well That's An Oxymoron
Because you don’t have one.
by Gesiakob on Jan 18, 2010 11:49 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Wow,
that is just shocking. It just goes to show you how fragile life truly is, here one minute and gone the next. I know that there was quite a few jokes on here about us picking him up, myself included, but i really was looking forward to seeing what he could do next season. No one deserves to die at such an early age. My prayers and thoughts go out to his entire family. RIP, Gaines Adams.
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by Bears fan 4-ever!!! on Jan 17, 2010 2:15 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
RIP
Gaines Adams. This isn’t the time to question how he died or the circumstances, but rather to reflect back on the good he did in his life and who he was as a person. I personally will miss never seeing him in a starting position, and my prayers are with his family.
RIP
by Nih1lus on Jan 17, 2010 2:16 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
New York fan here
How awful this must be, only 26 years old. RIP Gaines Adams, condolences to his family and friends.
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by Edgware on Jan 17, 2010 2:24 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Horrible
Horrible news, he had alot of raw talent, and I really thought he’d be a good player for us in the years to come with Marinelli’s help. I am sure this complicates the offseason for the organization, both mentally for the players to get through and personnel-wise for the management. RIP Gaines…
by Starkman on Jan 17, 2010 2:38 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
This is terrible news.
Best wishes to his family and loved ones. May he rest in peace.
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by Joe Medina on Jan 17, 2010 2:42 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
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Wow. This story is so sad. RIP Gaines.
by whysoanttiniemi on Jan 17, 2010 2:44 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
so sad...
thoughts go out to his family & friends.. 26 years old and really too young.. Eternal Rest..
by blueivy on Jan 17, 2010 3:22 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
R.I.P
so young and talented, may you rest in peace
by Bootl3g on Jan 17, 2010 3:32 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
r.i.p.
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by eaglesbabyy on Jan 17, 2010 3:36 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
I feel like i lost a member of my family
This was so shocking to hear. He had a bright future ahead and now hes gone. R.I.P. G.A.
by BEARSFAN19 on Jan 17, 2010 3:44 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
From Arrowhead Pride.
So sorry for your loss. 26 is way to young, RIP brother.
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by nateforchiefs on Jan 17, 2010 4:04 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
enlarged heart = silent killer
of course, there might be some other things in play, but it would not be surprising to hear that adams was in pristine health, substance-free, and this thing just kind of happened. so sad on so many levels.
by guy incognito on Jan 17, 2010 4:29 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
sadly, I have a feeling
this could become an epidemic in pro sports. Not accusing Gaines of cheating or anything because everyone does it but you know that 99%+ of NFL players juice and are thinking twice this evening about what they take in…
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by SoundPound on Jan 17, 2010 4:38 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
I know that sounded horrible
but awareness needs to be raised of the long term effects.
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by SoundPound on Jan 17, 2010 4:39 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Can Steroids cause this type of complication?
Honestly, alot of times I think they should just be legalized and done under the discretion of a doctor, like plastic surgery. Keep them out of baseball, basketball and hockey, but football is such a physical sport they may be a necessity.
I know that may be a controversial statement, but its made in the spirit of harm reduction.
by 815Sox on Jan 17, 2010 5:15 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Dan Hampton was on the afternoon show on The Score
talking about this very thing… he said he feared he suffered the same thing, and was concerned with all the steroid abusers in his era that might not even have a clue they’re suffering the same affliction as well.
Hopefully this raises awareness in the league and the guys get themselves checked early and often. I think we can all agree a short NFL career and a long life is much better than a short life and virtually no NFL career..
by lswaidz on Jan 17, 2010 5:42 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
I guess it could happen to anybody. Still crazy!
RIP Gaines…
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by JimmyMack on Jan 17, 2010 4:29 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Can't believe a grown man shed a tear over someone he'd never met
but I’m so obsessed with this team that in some ways they are family :)
RIP Gaines, Good luck up there, out there, or wherever you believed you’d go.
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by SoundPound on Jan 17, 2010 4:34 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Really sad
I really hope he wasn’t juicing and or using some kind of stimulant… I guess I wouldn’t be surprised to hear it was a natural thing or substance related. You never know nowadays.
by 815Sox on Jan 17, 2010 5:13 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Niko from www.bucem.com, the Bucs website here on SB Nation
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Family of Gaines Adams. As someone born in the Chicago area, I have always had a special tie to the windy city (Go Cubs), while being a Bucs fan since 1979.
This reminds me so much of when I woke up and read Ricky Bell had died.
Please feel free to come by the bucem site, though we are much smaller with a smaller audience, we want to offer our Tribute Video to Gaines Adams to Bears and Bucs fans alike.
http://www.bucem.com/2010/1/17/1255927/tribute-video-for-gaines-adams
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by Niko Houllis on Jan 17, 2010 5:30 PM CST reply actions 1 recs
Thanks a lot man
Nice to see some additional perspective. We didn’t get to enjoy Gaines a long as you guys did, and as an NFL fan I personally appreciate the tribute you have setup to his great but short career. Pretty tear jerking video.
by lswaidz on Jan 17, 2010 5:45 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Thanks for the post.
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by smudgers on Jan 17, 2010 6:11 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Thanks Niko.
I’ll add that link to our main post.
Sending condolences and peaceful thoughts to the family and community of Gaines Adams.
by Dane Noble on Jan 17, 2010 6:34 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Thank you sir
Very sad and troubling.
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by propheteer on Jan 17, 2010 8:26 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Horrible news.
26 is FAR to young.
I wonder how both the Bears and Bucs medical staffs missed this? If they could have diagnosed it, perhaps the kid could have been treated for it and he would still be alive today, with proper medication.
Obviously the football stuff is meaningless when it comes to a man’s life, but I do wonder how two supposedly excellent medical staffs could have missed something quite that big?
by sabbath999 on Jan 17, 2010 5:31 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
RIP
I heard about this before the game today, and I’m glad to know why now.
I hope it’s a genetic defect, I really do.
okay soapbox time….
But if it’s due to any sort of supplement, I hope that not only will the league come down hard on it, but that they will make sure to inform the players of the supplement at fault.
/soapbox
Alright folks, I’ll leave you to your grief. Take care.
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by Robert Rence on Jan 17, 2010 5:42 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
RIP
In the end, who cares how he died? All that matters right now is that the league and the world have lost someone who was well regarded for both his play on the field and his actions off of it. Gaines was always a high character player, one who was beloved by his family, friends, teammates and coaches. Right now all that matters is that he is gone, leave the speculation and the preaching for another day.
by tommite622 on Jan 17, 2010 6:18 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
"Who cares how he died"
If by chance his death was supplement related, it can further educate the league and the players on how to prevent tragedies from happening in the future. It is a sad situation but at least some sort of deeper understanding of what these guys are taking can come from it
by brands735 on Jan 17, 2010 6:28 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
No reason
to speculate until after the autopsy is completed.
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by propheteer on Jan 17, 2010 8:29 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
toxicology report
The toxicology report won’t be completed for 3-4 weeks.
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by Maelvampyre on Jan 17, 2010 10:20 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Valid point
But I’m still waiting on the upgraded helmets for the players. And yes, I’m also still miffed about the Star Caps fiasco. Make no mistake, this sport is brutal. If there’s anything the league can do to increase the safety of the players, they should.
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by Robert Rence on Jan 18, 2010 8:24 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Terrible
Sad to die so young. I felt terrible even as I watched the Vikes today. I wish he was alive to make life miserable for the Vikings next year. RIP.
by Minnyfan on Jan 17, 2010 6:20 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
From a Denver Broncos fan...
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends and fans of this young man.
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by rynoz71 on Jan 17, 2010 6:33 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
RIP, Gaines Adams
This is so sad. This Vikings fan sends his condolences to Gaines Adams’s family, friends, teammates, and everyone who knew him. Rest in peace.
by medicineball on Jan 17, 2010 7:49 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
RIP Gaines Adams
I Was excited to see him join the team really sad to see someone die this young was only a couple years older than me :S but please guys as bears fans lets no be petty and plz show respect and save the speculations to some other time please lets just give the guy respect for being a great person and respectable football athlete as we see many player who talk and mess around lets just not make this into something about us and show respect for his family and friends who are mourning a loss…. RIP Gaines Adams #99 Chicago Bears…. PS if you haven’t watched the tribute video by the TB fans please watch it… Great tribute.
by DaBears09 on Jan 17, 2010 7:53 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Also thanks to others
Those who have went out of their way to give their regards to his death i know some bears fans may not say but its nice to see rival teams putting their differences apart(not matter how meaningless the differences i mean its just football this guy lost his life) and be compassionate human beings. Thanks for stopping by and show regret over the death of Gaines.
by DaBears09 on Jan 17, 2010 7:57 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
I first heard the news
in church, right before a service on ESPN 1000. Can’t believe that he’s gone. It’s said to see such a young guy go, especially for all the potential he would have had, hopefully off and on the football field. Thoughts and prayers is to Gaines’ friends and family.
RIP Gaines Adams, good luck.
by braziliancubsfan on Jan 17, 2010 8:38 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
I go to church every Sunday,
But I did not hear of this by the time Mass started today. I will say a prayer for him, his family, friends, teammates, and fans, next Sunday.
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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jan 17, 2010 8:49 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Terrible news.
Rip 99
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by Where Triples Go to Die on Jan 17, 2010 8:51 PM CST via mobile reply actions 0 recs
We will never get to see Gaines Adams play a down anymore
I was excited to see what he had to offer and unfortuately this tragedy happened RIP Gaines Adams
by BEARSFAN19 on Jan 17, 2010 9:30 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
RIP
My condolences to his family, to the Bears, and their fans.
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by SaintsChick on Jan 17, 2010 11:00 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Sorry to hear...
The NFC NORTH lost a warrior today.
I BELIEVE...
by ArizonaVikingsFan on Jan 17, 2010 11:07 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Titans fan here
My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Gaines Adams
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by Lord_Drist on Jan 17, 2010 11:25 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Damn terrible news
Woke up and saw on ESPN. Way too young. Thoughts and prayers to his family and friends.
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by Acreman20 on Jan 18, 2010 2:50 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
condolences to friends and family
for this guy. wonder why comparing fred washington’s death to him earlier gets my comments deleted? whatever the reason his ticker stopped ticking it is sad much like when other people die before their time. i must have missed something. although the last part of the deleted section that i did see had a good point by propheteer. enlarged hearts aren’t really on a checklist of things to look for during physicals and even if that isn’t what i was necessarily referring to that is still good to point out. like 100 percent of the people on this blog i didn’t know him personally but it is really a terrible shame to pass away in this manner.
but still, i didn’t even get into how even the good lord above must hate angelo as gm of the bears and if this isn’t a sign for ol’ jerry to gtfo then i don’t know what is.
is this a football blog or the obits section of the local paper now?
by reefermadness3 on Jan 18, 2010 3:12 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
woops
supposed to be something else in there about unfulfilled potential. you get the idea.
by reefermadness3 on Jan 18, 2010 3:13 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Sad, sad story
Really sad, I was really looking forward to see him play next season.
Thoughts and prayers are with his family and close friends.
by SwissBearsFan on Jan 18, 2010 4:18 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
Titans fan here
RIP Gaines Adams. Have fun playing with Steve McNair in that gridiron in heaven.
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by Pinoy Titan on Jan 18, 2010 8:12 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
Sad day indeed for the Adams’, his Clemson family, Bucs family, and Bears family. RIP Gaines Adams – I only hoped to have got to know you better.
In addition to that, I have not had time to read every post but it is time for every single sport to perform a very simple ECO on athletes. If nothing else, during the once a year physical. Too many young players are leaving much too soon.
by poolboy55 on Jan 18, 2010 8:27 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
Bronco fan here..
RIP Gaines. This is truly a sad story. What a great young man. My prayers go out to the Bucs and Bears organizations and especially his family. It’s going to be a really tough time and I wish them the best.
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by kentuckybronco on Jan 18, 2010 9:21 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
RIP Mr. Adams
My prayers are with your family.
by TheMan1 on Jan 18, 2010 9:34 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
RIP Gaines....
Prayers for his family in their time of grief………
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by T-Train on Jan 18, 2010 11:20 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
sorry
guys my heart goes out to u
okay i have cereal palsy arhrtis and chronic fatiue as well i have a grea life loveing folks some days are better that other days i got a make a wish in 2001 saw my favorive team the broncos was the trip of the lifetime i wish everyone couild gotten to enjoy that with me i know some of u hate the broncos and that ok but i bleed organ and bule reseident broncos fan for ap lol denver will rise again
by j-man on Jan 19, 2010 3:32 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Thanks j-man.
Appreciate it a lot.
Sending condolences and peaceful thoughts to the family and community of Gaines Adams.
by Dane Noble on Jan 19, 2010 5:26 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
R I P
okay i have cereal palsy arhrtis and chronic fatiue as well i have a grea life loveing folks some days are better that other days i got a make a wish in 2001 saw my favorive team the broncos was the trip of the lifetime i wish everyone couild gotten to enjoy that with me i know some of u hate the broncos and that ok but i bleed organ and bule reseident broncos fan for ap lol denver will rise again
by j-man on Jan 19, 2010 3:35 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
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