Former Kansas City Chiefs Player & BCS National Champion Tragically Found Dead At Just 43 Years Old

Jimmy Wilkerson’s Death Was A Total Shock

Jimmy Wilkerson played 119 games, making 21 starts. He registered 14 sacks, three forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, eight passes defensed, 23 tackles for loss, and 179 tackles before leaving the league in 2011.

He was an assistant coach at Carl Albert at the time of his passing.

“Friday morning, a few hours before the Titans were scheduled to have their final practice and walk-through before Saturday’s title game, Jimmy was at home when a call went out to 911. By the time paramedics got there, he had no pulse,” The Oklahoman reported.

“He’d had a heart attack. He was only 43.

“His death left everyone at Carl Albert reeling. The coaches who had become like brothers. The players who had become like sons. But of course, it hit Maddox like no one else.”

TPS extends condolences to Jimmy’s family, friends, loved ones, and the football program at Carl Albert.

R.I.P., Jimmy Wilkerson – 1981-2024