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Ex-Detroit Lions LB Jessie Lemonier dies at age 25

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Former Detroit Lions linebacker Jessie Lemonier has died, the team announced Thursday. He was 25 years old.

"We are shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of former Detroit Lion Jessie Lemonier," the Lions said in a statement. "Jessie was a model teammate and a wonderful young man who is gone far too soon. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this difficult time."

Details on the cause of death have not been released.

Lemonier played seven games with the Lions in 2021, when he had 1½ sacks and spent part of the season on the practice squad.