Son of Andy Reid Found Dead

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In just the past 2 weeks the NFL community has been hit by back to back deaths that has been a shock to everyone.  The oldest son of Andy Reid, Garrett Reid, was found dead Sunday morning in his room at the Eagles' training camp at Lehigh University.  The 29 year old Reid had struggled with drug abuse for years and was imprisoned in 2007 but had since made a turn around in his life.  Garrett Reid was assisting the Eagles' strength coaches at camp and no foul play has been associated with his death.

The entire NFL community was saddened by the news of Reid's passing and more than 900 people gathered for Garrett's funeral Tuesday morning.  Among those that were present for the funeral included NFl commissioner Roger Goodell, Browns President Mike Holmgren, and Patriots coach Bill Belichick.  The Eagles players and team employees were brought to the funeral together by bus and among them there was also other players and coaches present including former Eagles QB Donovan McNabb.  Garrett Reid's service was held at a Mormon church in Broomall, PA.

"Today is one of life's tough days.  Andy is a rock-solid man.  I think what makes him a great coach is his combination of compassion, feeling and strength.  We've all suffered--most of us have suffered tragedy in our lives.  Losing a son is unimaginable.  Losing a child is unimaginable--the pain.  Again, he is rock solid." -Jeffery Lurie, Philadelphia Eagles Owner

My condolences go out to the Reid family and friends.