Remembering NFL Receiver Mike Williams

Former NFL receiver Mike Williams, 36, passed away after a construction accident in Tampa, Florida

Williams was doing electrical work and needed hospitalization due to severe injuries

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Hadley Engelhard, his agent, shared his condolences and praised Mike's lifelong fighting spirit

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Drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2010, Williams had a standout rookie season with 65 catches, 964 yards, and 11 touchdowns

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The Buccaneers and Syracuse University mourned his loss and sent sympathies to his family

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Williams also played for the Buffalo Bills and the Kansas City Chiefs during his NFL career

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Throughout his tenure with the Buccaneers, Mike Williams consistently started in all 16 games and was a valuable asset to the team.

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In 63 games, he had 223 receptions, 3,089 yards, and 26 touchdowns

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Former NFL receiver Mike Williams, 36, passed away after a construction accident in Tampa, Florida

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