In a shocking, heartbreaking accident, former Arkansas and NFL quarterback Ryan Mallett has reportedly passed away. He was 35 years old.
Deltaplex News reported on Tuesday that Mallett, who serves as head coach of the White Hall football program, died from drowning in Florida.
Per the report, Mallett was transported to a local hospital from a beach. But he was pronounced deceased at the hospital.
Further updates are not available as of writing.
BREAKING NEWS: White Hall head football coach Ryan Mallett has drowned in Florida https://t.co/QIuVs5yrSh
— Luke Matheson (@LukeMatheson) June 27, 2023
Ryan Mallett played four years of college football – one at Michigan and three at Arkansas. He holds the Razorbacks’ all-time single-season passing yards and passing touchdown records along with the single season records for total offense and total touchdowns.
He was a two-time All-SEC Second-Team selection.
After graduating he enjoyed seven years in the NFL before retiring to go into coaching.
He spent two years as an assistant at White Hall High School before being hired as the school’s head coach in 2022.
Our hearts go out to Mallett’s family and loved ones.
UPDATE: Tragically, the superintendent at White Hall has now confirmed Mallett’s passing. RIP.
The Superintendent of White Hall has confirmed Ryan Mallet drowned today while in Florida. We are working on learning more.
Absolutely torn apart by this news.
— Alyssa Orange (@AlyssaOrange) June 27, 2023