The Indianapolis Colts lost a legendary former player at the age of 41. He played as an undrafted agent for the Colts for 2 years, from 2005-06, and won the Superbowl with the side by defeating the Chicago Bears in the final. The news of the offensive guard’s passing away was updated by various reports, one of them coming through the Colts’ CEO Jim Irsay.

The untimely news of death has shocked the whole NFL world. Fans and admirers poured in their prayers for the footballer along with sharing memories of the celebrated player. Irsay himself highlighted the impact of the athlete during his time with the Colts, mourning the unexpected demise.

NFL is grieving the sad loss of the Colt?s former offensive lineman!

The Indianapolis Colts principal owner and CEO Jim Irsay shared the heartbreaking news of the passing away of Matt Ulrich. Irsay penned down an emotional and heartfelt message through his post which read ?I am heartbroken to hear of the passing of Matt Ulrich. Matt was with us only two seasons ago, but left his mark on many.?

He then heaped praises and gave condolences to his family, “Great guy, I hear he was a great dad—and he was Super Bowl champ. My prayers to his family.” The words from the Colts’ owner reflect the deep impact Ulrich had left on many lives. Though the cause of his demise remains unclear, the whole NFL world seems to be stricken with grief.

Matt Ulrich had been the team captain of Northwestern University and was named National Strength and Conditioning All-American in 2004, one year before joining the NFL. He graduated from Streamwood High School in Streamwood, Illinois in Chicago. He went on to win All-State and All-Midwest honors in football.

The varied contributions of the star are a clear indication of the dedicated man he had been. Fans did not hold back from pouring in their condolences in the comments of the post, revealing their shock concerning the unexpected death.

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The NFL community grieves the unexpected passing away of Ulrich

The football fans were quick to send in their prayers for the footballer and his family under the post. One account wished for peace for the offensive players, commenting:

Another fan commented about knowing the footballer from back in college. Celebrating the great person that he was, the spectator was quick to remark how shocking and heartbreaking the news remains for everyone. He wrote:

One viewer recognized the football star immediately and displayed his concern by enquiring about the cause of the passing away of the sports player. He replied:

Another fan was quick to comment on how devastating the news is, sending in condolences for the star. She replied:

A lot of fans and celebrities came forth to send in their prayers for the football player and his family during this tough time. Matt Ulrich was a man who had impacted multiple lives, through his actions and his game. He will continue to be remembered with loving memories.

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