Son of Former Eagles Star Hugh Douglas Dead at 20 After Car Crash
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Former NFL player Hugh Douglas is mourning the loss of his son, Hugh, after a tragic car accident on Monday afternoon.
According to a statement from Morehouse College, Hugh and a friend identified as Christion Files Jr. were killed in a car accident in Atlanta.
“Hugh and Christion were not just friends but also roommates during their sophomore year, and their loss is deeply felt by all of us in the Morehouse family,” the statement read.
According to police documents obtained by the Philadelphia Inquirer, officials said the men “had been driving at a high rate of speed” when the incident occurred.
The vehicle reportedly “careened off the road” before colliding with two utility poles, and eventually flipped over, according to the outlet.
Hugh Sr., 52, is a retired, three-time Pro Bowl select who played six seasons for the Philadelphia Eagles and three with the New York Jets. He was drafted in 1995 and went on to the win the Rookie of the Year award that year.
The former NFL player shared a statement on X, formerly Twitter, on Tuesday.
Hugh Sr. wrote, “I appreciate each and everyone of your well wishes.. And I apologise if I don’t get back to each and every one of you right now but I am a bit overwhelmed. But know that I appreciate all the love,” Hugh Sr. wrote.
Morehouse College said Hugh was “an exceptional student who displayed immense dedication and promise in pursuing a business administration degree” in their statement on Monday.
Additionally, he was on track to complete a minor in finance and participated in several finance-driven clubs and programs around the university.
