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Former Chiefs defensive end Allen Bailey dies at 37
Former NFL defensive end Allen Bailey has died at 37, prompting tributes from the Kansas City Chiefs, where he spent most of his career.
His wife found him dead at their home in Florida on Tuesday, and his family believes he died of natural causes.
Bailey was a third-round pick by Kansas City in 2011 and played eight seasons for the Chiefs before finishing his career with two seasons at the Atlanta Falcons.
He appeared in 133 games and recorded 22 sacks and 40 tackles for loss.
Chiefs coach Andy Reid called Bailey a favorite player, while quarterback Patrick Mahomes described him as a valued teammate and said former teammates would support his family.
An official cause of death had not been released as of Wednesday, and the family’s belief has not been confirmed.
Former NFL defensive end Allen Bailey has died at age 37.
His wife found him dead at their Florida home on Tuesday, and his family believes he died of natural causes.
An official cause of death had not been released as of Wednesday afternoon, according to ESPN.
Bailey played eight seasons for the Kansas City Chiefs and his final two seasons for the Atlanta Falcons.
Chiefs coach Andy Reid and former teammate Patrick Mahomes expressed sadness and praised Bailey as a teammate.
- Who
- Allen Bailey, a former NFL defensive end who played for the Kansas City Chiefs and Atlanta Falcons.
- What
- He died at age 37. His family believes he died of natural causes, but an official cause had not been released as of Wednesday afternoon.
- When
- He was found dead on Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
- Where
- At his home in Florida.
- Why
- Not stated. His family believes the death was from natural causes.
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The Kansas City Chiefs selected Bailey in the third round of the NFL draft.
Bailey was found dead by his wife at their home in Florida.
Chiefs coach Andy Reid spoke publicly about Bailey's death.
- Age
- 37
- Draft
- Third-round pick by the Kansas City Chiefs in 2011
- Kansas City tenure
- First eight seasons of his NFL career
- Atlanta tenure
- Final two seasons of his career
- Career appearances
- 133 games, including 70 starts
- Career sacks
- 22.0
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What people are saying
Way too young, obviously. He was one of my favorite players, a great kid. I'm just sorry to see that happened to him.
A great teammate -- he's one of those glue guys on the team. He makes plays. He's not necessarily a superstar, but the guy that kind of makes everything go.