Steelers quarterback Dwayne Haskins dead after being struck by car

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Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Dwayne Haskins was killed early Saturday morning in Florida after being struck by a vehicle, the team confirmed in a statement. He was 24 years old.

Haskins, who was set to turn 25 next month, was in South Florida training with the team when he tragically died after being hit by a car, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported first, citing Haskins' agent.

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"I am devastated and at a loss for words with the unfortunate passing of Dwayne Haskins," head coach Mike Tomlin said in a statement. "He quickly became part of our Steelers family upon his arrival in Pittsburgh and was one of our hardest workers, both on and off the field and in our community."

Dwayne Haskins #3 of the Pittsburgh Steelers looks to pass against the Carolina Panthers during the first half of an NFL preseason game at Bank of America Stadium on Aug. 27, 2021, in Charlotte, North Carolina.  (Chris Keane/Getty Images)

"Dwayne was a great teammate, but even more so a tremendous friend to so many," Tomlin said. "I am truly heartbroken." 

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The former Ohio State standout was reportedly in Miami training with Mitch Trubisky, who was signed by the Steelers last month to a two-year deal, Sports Illustrated reported. Haskins was expected to compete for the starting job in Pittsburgh following veteran Ben Roethlisberger’s retirement. 

Dwayne Haskins #3 of the Pittsburgh Steelers drops back to pass in the second half during the 2021 NFL preseason Hall of Fame Game against the Dallas Cowboys at Tom Benson Hall Of Fame