Former NFL defensive lineman Junior Siavii died in prison on Thursday, although the cause of death for the 43-year-old has not yet been released. Siavii was in federal prison at Leavenworth while he awaited trial on federal drug trafficking charges. The former Kansas City Chiefs draft pick and University of Oregon standout was originally arrested over two years ago for being part of a criminal methamphetamine organization.
Junior Siavii, ex-Chief and Cowboy, found dead in jail while awaiting trial
Ex-Chiefs and Cowboys player, Junior Siavii, was found dead in prison while awaiting trial for a participating in a criminal drug ring.
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