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Sean Dawkins Dies at Age 52; Colts Selected WR in 1st Round of 1993 NFL Draft

Former NFL wide receiver Sean Dawkins died this week at the age of 52, per TMZ Sports.

Details of his death have not been announced.

A first-round draft pick by the Indianapolis Colts in 1993, Dawkins spent the first five years of his career with the club.

Colts owner Jim Irsay paid tribute to Dawkins on social media.

Jim Irsay @JimIrsay

Rest in peace, Sean Dawkins. I am shocked and saddened. My prayers and condolences to Sean's family. ud83dude4f

Prior to his NFL career, Dawkins was a standout player at the University of California for three seasons from 1990 to '92.