Former New Orleans Saints linebacker Ronald Powell has died at the age of 32, according to the NFL Players Association.

The NFLPA announced Powell's death on Tuesday.

“Today we mourn the loss of Ronald Powell — a father, a brother, and a son who was loved and cherished by so many. We send comfort to all those who knew Ronald. #RIP,” the association wrote alongside a photo of Powell.

Powell played collegiate football with the University of Florida. Florida football released their own tribute to Powell on social media.

“We’re very saddened to learn about the passing of former Gators player Ronald Powell. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones.”

A five-star high school recruit and standout defensive lineman at the University of Florida, Powell was selected by the Saints in the fifth round of the 2014 draft with the pick they received from the Philadelphia Eagles in a trade earlier that year for running back Darren Sproles.

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Powell played in 14 games for the Saints later that year, recording two tackles.

Afterward, he spent time on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' and Chicago Bears' practice squads. He later joined the Seattle Seahawks, who released him in 201 to end his NFL career.

In 2019, Powell played for the Orlando Apollos in the  Alliance of American Football.

Powell's former college football teammate, Junior Galette, announced the sad news on his X page.

“I Love You Forever till we meet again,” Galette wrote on the social media app on Monday night. “An EXCELLENT FATHER. Respected Brother and a Loving Son.”

“I am saddened to share with the rest of the world that Ronald Powell Transitioned Earlier today. REST IN POWER RONALD POWELL.”

The NFL Players Association did not reveal the cause of Powell's death.