The Tampa Bay Buccaneers confirmed his death Tuesday. Hayes' high … Geno Hayes Passes Away April 27th, 2021 . Hayes moved into the starter’s role at weakside linebacker in his second season with the Buccaneers, replacing former Seminole and future Hall of Famer Derrick Brooks and finishing with a career-best 98 tackles. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Tuesday confirmed his death. Hayes went to his parents’ Valdosta, Georgia, home for hospice care. He was 33. Fearless. His high school coach, Frankie Carroll, visited him on Sunday. "He frequently visited schools and had a remarkable ability to connect with children. Former Buccaneers, Bears, and Jaguars linebacker Geno Hayes has been moved to hospice care, two years after being diagnosed with liver disease. Hayes spent four seasons with the Bucs, who drafted him in the sixth round […] Hayes spent four seasons with the Bucs, who drafted him in the sixth round in 2008. Geno Hayes, a former NFL linebacker who starred at Florida State, has died. Hayes … Former NFL linebacker Geno Hayes died Monday after a battle with liver disease. He then played one year with Chicago and two with Jacksonville. Tell your kids you love them and pray for them always. Ex-NFL linebacker Geno Hayes died Monday night while in hospice at his parents’ home in Georgia. Hayes played seven seasons in the NFL with the Buccaneers, Chicago Bears and Jacksonville Jaguars. Hayes was just 33-years old. He had liver disease and had been in hospice care. He was 33. Former NFL linebacker Geno Hayes is under hospice care in South Georgia after experiencing complications from liver disease. Geno Hayes, 33, has two children, ages 13 and eight with wife Shavelle. His high school coach, Frankie Carroll, told the Tallahassee Democrat that the Hayes family … When asked what he would tell his players about Hayes, current Madison County coach Mike Coe told the Democrat Monday night: "That he absolutely loved being a Cowboy, great teammate, practiced like he played, with relentless energy, juice, passion. Marty Schottenheimer, legendary NFL head coach, dies at 77. Former Florida State and NFL linebacker Geno Hayes died Monday night at the age of 33 from liver disease.. Jim Henry of the Tallahassee Democrat was informed by Hayes… Geno Hayes, a former NFL linebacker who starred at Florida State, has died. Carroll fondly recalled when then-FSU coach Bobby Bowden visited Hayes' home in Greenville. ", Coe also offered this message on Twitter: "RIP buddy. According to … "Geno was a beloved teammate and often the first player to volunteer his time to our efforts in the community," the team said. Former Jaguars and Florida State linebacker Geno Hayes passed away Monday night after a two-year battle with Stage 3 liver disease. He played as a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL) for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 2008 to 2011, the Chicago Bears in 2012, and the Jacksonville Jaguars from 2013 to 2014. (Stephen B. Morton/AP) Hayes had been moved into hospice care near his parents’ home … Geno Hayes, a former NFL linebacker, has entered hospice care, according to multiple reports. Former NFL linebacker Geno Hayes tragically passed away after a long battle with liver disease on Monday, according to reports. Hayes signed with FSU in 2005 out of Madison County, where he became one of the top linebackers in the nation. The team issued a statement Tuesday acknowledging Hayes’ passing, and lauding him for his accomplishments, both on the field and in the Tampa Bay community throughout his career. ", RIP buddy. He was in hospice care at his parents' home in Georgia. Hayes is just 33. “It's one of those things where you have to make sure you tell them you love them,” said Carroll, who recently visited Hayes. Shevelle is very supportive of her husband and is always standing by his side. The unfortunate news comes after it was reported that he was under hospice care for liver complications last week.. Hayes, who was a former sixth-round pick drafted by the Tampa Bay Bucs, entered the league in 2008. FILE - Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Geno Hayes (54) gestures during an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns in Tampa, Fla., in this Sunday, Sept. 12, 2010, file photo. Hayes was known on the field for his athleticism and quickness, and off it for his infectious, bright smile and willingness to help his hometown of Greenville. VALDOSTA, Ga. — Former NFL linebacker and Florida State University standout Geno Hayes died Monday night at the age of 33, four days after being placed in hospice care at his parents… He has been married to his wife Shevelle Hayes for quite a long time now. Hayes also played for the Chicago Bears and Jacksonville Jaguars from 2012 to 2014. He had liver disease and had been in hospice care at his parents’ home in Valdosta, Georgia. "Geno's mom kept the house immaculate, spotless - and she was so mad," Carroll said and laughed. He was 33. Hayes had recently entered Hospice care as he fought liver disease. Geno is a married man with a wife and a beautiful family. Hayes has two children, ages 13 and 8. He had liver disease and had been in … Tell your kids you love them and pray for them always. Geno Hayes, a former NFL linebacker who starred at Florida State, has died. He had liver disease and had been in … He finished his pro career with 401 tackles, 10 sacks, six forced fumbles, six interceptions and two defensive touchdowns. Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Florida State linebacker Geno Hayes died Monday at his family home in Valdosta, Georgia, according to … pic.twitter.com/nbIsIvLAPy, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. He also said he had been placed on a waiting list for a transplant at the Mayo Clinic and Northwestern Medicine. Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Geno Hayes (54) was diagnosed with liver disease two years ago. In an interview with ESPN earlier this year, Hayes said he was diagnosed with "chronic liver disease" two years ago. We were unable to find out their names and Hayes has never mentioned them on social media. Geno Hayes Wife And Family. The cause of death was related to liver disease, according to Carroll. Former NFL and Florida State football star Geno Hayes was diagnosed with chronic liver disease in 2019 and has passed away at the age of 33. Then later to see the Dad that he turned into, the joy that his kids brought him. The Buccaneers, where Hayes played from 2008 to 2011, released a statement Tuesday, saying they were "deeply saddened to learn of Geno Hayes passing.". Shevelle Hayes along with her family are devasted by the untimely demise of their beloved Geno Hayes.. Geno and Shevelle had a perfectly beautiful family with 2 children (a son and a daughter), who are currently 13 and 8 years old.. Geno was in the care and support of his family … Hayes told ESPN that he believes his use of over-the-counter pain medications during his time in the NFL, as well as his family's history of liver disease, led to his condition. Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Florida State linebacker Geno Hayes, 33, has been moved to hospice care at his parents' home in Georgia two years after being diagnosed with liver disease. The Greenville, Florida native has reportedly returned to his parents … The Tampa Bay Buccaneers confirmed his death Tuesday. Former Florida State and Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Geno Hayes has passed away at age 33. Geno Hayes (born Eugene Antonio Hayes) was an American professional football player. Geno Hayes #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers against the Atlanta Falcons at Georgia Dome on November 29, 2009 in Atlanta, Georgia. He started in his second season. April 22 (UPI) --Former Florida State Seminoles and Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Geno Hayes is in hospice care at his parents' home in Georgia due … He had been under hospice care at his parents' home in Valdosta. Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Florida State linebacker Geno Hayes died Monday at his family home in Valdosta, Georgia, according to … ... Hayes believed the non-prescription pain meds combined with a family history of liver disease were the root of his health problems. Geno Hayes, a former NFL linebacker who starred at Florida State, has died. Hayes is also survived by his wife and two young children, according to Carroll. Hayes played three seasons at FSU - finishing his junior season second on the team in total tackles with 94 - and opted for the NFL draft, where he was a sixth-round selection of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2008. Geno Hayes, a former NFL linebacker who starred at Florida State, has died. He was 33. His final season was with the Bucs in 2011. Hayes, who last played for the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2014, was aged 33 at the time of his passing. Hayes — was drafted in 2008 and played 7 seasons in the NFL — had been diagnosed with chronic liver disease in 2019. Fans on social media were left stunned at Hayes' passing and were quick to send in their tributes to the ex-NFL player. Former Florida State Seminoles and NFL linebacker Geno Hayes, who had been under hospice care at his parents’ home in Georgia, died Monday evening from liver disease. Carroll, who coached Hayes at Madison County High School in Florida and is currently the athletic director of the Worth County School District, said Hayes' mother told him her son died about 8:10 p.m. Monday. Former NFL linebacker Geno Hayes died Monday evening after being placed into hospice care for complications from liver disease. Dies at 33. Geno Hayes retired with the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2014. (CNN)Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Florida State linebacker Geno Hayes died Monday at his family home in Valdosta, Georgia, according to his former football coach Frankie Carroll. Hayes was a sixth-round draft pick by the Bucs in 2008. Frankie Carroll, who coached Hayes at Madison County (Fla.) High School, told the Democrat he was informed of the player’s passing by Hayes' family. “During his time with the Buccaneers, Geno was a beloved teammate and often the first player to volunteer his time to our efforts in the community. Geno Hayes played for the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2013. The ex-Tampa Bay player has been battling liver disease for two years and was awaiting a transplant, according to ESPN. He was only 33. He was 33. Hayes is … The linebacker has two children, a son aged 13 and a daughter aged eight. He had liver disease and had been in … He was 33. Losing him at such a young age is heartbreaking.". Geno Hayes, who played three seasons at Florida State and seven in the NFL with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Chicago Bears and Jacksonville Jaguars, is under hospice care at his parents… Hayes deftly pushed a plate of greens underneath his bed as Bowden toured the home. “Geno’s in need of prayers. Hayes was in hospice care at his parents’ home in Georgia, suffering liver complications. FORMER NFL player Geno Hayes is reportedly in hospice care following liver complications. “We are deeply saddened to learn of Geno Hayes’ passing,” the Bucs said in a statement Tuesday. According to numerous reports, former FSU star and NFL linebacker, Geno Hayes, has moved back to his parents’ home in Valdosta and is under hospice care. Former NFL and Florida State Linebacker Geno Hayes has died from liver disease at 33 after recently being placed under hospice care at his parents' home … He was 33. (Getty Images) Who are Hayes' children? He was 33. Former Florida State Seminoles and NFL linebacker Geno Hayes, who had been under hospice care at his parents’ home in Georgia, died Monday evening from liver disease. Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Geno Hayes has died at the age of 33. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers confirmed his death Tuesday. He was 33. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers confirmed his death Tuesday.