We were all shocked and saddened when the Pittsburgh Steelers announced this morning that wide receivers coach Darryl Drake had died. The team canceled training camp practice today and released the following statement from head coach Mike Tomlin:
Darryl was a close friend and had a tremendous impact on my coaching career. He was an amazing husband, father and grandfather, and it is difficult to put into words the grief our entire team is going through right now.
Darryl loved the game of football and every player he ever coached. We will use our faith to guide us and help his family throughout the difficult time.
My heart and our prayers are with his wife, Sheila, and Darryl’s entire family.
Drake was 62 years old; no cause of death was immediately reported. He joined the Steelers in 2018 as wide receivers coach.
