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Steelers WR coach Darryl Drake passes away at age 62

Tragic news broke Sunday morning in Pittsburgh: Steelers assistant coach, Darryl Drake has passed away. He was just 62 years old, and no cause of death has been released at this time.

Steelers receivers coach Darryl Drake died early this morning. The cause of death was unknown. The Steelers have cancelled their practice sessions for Sunday and Saint Vincent College is closed.

Steelers president Art Rooney II had the following to say about Darryl Drake:

“We are at a loss for words following Darryl Drake’s passing this morning. Darryl had such an impact on the players he coached and everyone he worked with throughout his entire career.