Late husband of Dwayne Haskins' widow was targeted in a blackmail and robbery conspiracy, lawsuit claims.

Kalabrya Haskins, widow of former NFL player Dwayne Haskins, has filed a lawsuit claiming her late husband was the target of a ‘blackmail and robbery conspiracy.” This lawsuit comes as a shock to many, yet sheds light on the positive changes that have been made in order to ensure the safety of athletes and customers alike. The lawsuit alleges that the former Pittsburgh Steelers player was drugged, and names four individuals for “committing battery” on Haskins “by drugging” him “to blackmail and rob him and causing him and/or contributing to cause him severe injury and death.”



It also points to negligence on the part of the Florida Department of Transportation and an unnamed contractor, as well as Roam Rental Car, the owner of the vehicle Haskins was driving the night of his death. Haskins tragically died in 2022 after his vehicle was hit by a dump truck as he traveled on Interstate 695 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.



Prior to his death, Haskins was a 2019 NFL first-round draft pick of the Washington Commanders, going fifteenth overall. The starting quarterback for Ohio State University, Haskins threw for 4,831 yards and 50 touchdowns. The Highland Park, New Jersey, native finished third in voting for the Heisman Trophy votes, and he also led the Buckeyes to a Rose Bowl victory and a 13-1 record. He was then released by the Commanders, and in 2021, he signed a contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers.



The news of Haskins' death was met with sadness and shock from the sports community. Pittsburgh Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin said in a statement, according to The New York Times, “I am devastated and at a loss for words with the unfortunate passing of Dwayne Haskins. He quickly became part of our Steelers family upon his arrival in Pittsburgh and was one of our hardest workers, both on the field and in our community. Dwayne was a great teammate but even more so a tremendous friend to so many. I am truly heartbroken.”



The loss of Dwayne Haskins is felt by many, and this lawsuit serves as a reminder of the importance of safety and security. It is a positive step forward in ensuring the safety of those in the sports community, and a reminder that we must continue to strive for greater change.

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