Keith Mitchell, former NFL linebacker, dies at 51

Former Texas A&M All-American linebacker Keith Mitchell, known for his role in the “Wrecking Crew” defense, has died at 51, as confirmed by his family and college. The cause of death remains unspecified but was described as “sudden and unexpected.” Mitchell had a notable college career with 34 sacks and was later a Pro Bowl player for the New Orleans Saints, finishing his NFL tenure with 408 tackles and 19.5 sacks. He was inducted into the Texas A&M Athletics Hall of Fame twelve years after his retirement.

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