NFL reactions to Garrett Reid's death on Twitter

Published: Aug 05, 2012 at 05:02 AM

Andy Reid and his family suffered an unimaginable tragedy when Reid's 29-year-old son, Garrett, was found dead in his room at Lehigh University, home of the Philadelphia Eagles' training camp.

"This news is heartbreaking for everyone in the Eagles family," Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie said in a team-issued statement. "Our hearts go out to Andy, his wife, Tammy, and their children."

As the news of Garrett's death broke, many around the NFL took to Twitter to express condolences to the Reid family.

My condolences go out to Coach Reid and his family. Stay strong and we LOVE you coach.
— Michael Vick (@MichaelVick) August 5, 2012

My blessings go out to the Reid Family .. We lost a close 1 this morning ..
— Desean Jackson (@DeSeanJackson10) August 5, 2012

Prayers go out to coach Reid and his family....RIP Garrett...much love!
— Jeremy Maclin (@jmac___19) August 5, 2012

My prayers 4 strength & Healing Father, 4 Coach Reid , Tammy and Family. RIP Garret!!!!
— Brian Dawkins (@BrianDawkins) August 5, 2012

This is a sad day R.I.P Garrett Reid. You will be missed
— Riley Cooper (@RileyCooper_14) August 5, 2012

My deepest sympathy for one of the greatest men on earth. My heart bleeds for you, Andy Reid.
— Rick Burkholder (@proatc) August 5, 2012

Man I wish I could be there by coach side rite now for support. I can always say something to make him feel good.
— Asante Samuel (@pick_six22) August 5, 2012

We are deeply saddened by the news about Garrett Reid. Our thoughts and prayers are with Andy, Tammy and their family. (more)
— Roger Goodell (@nflcommish) August 5, 2012

... We will support them and the Eagles in any way we can through this difficult time.
— Roger Goodell (@nflcommish) August 5, 2012

Prayers and condolences go out. May God protect us and serve us in this time of need.
— Kurt Coleman (@k4coleman) August 5, 2012

Praying for Andy & Tammy and their whole family today.
— Matt Hasselbeck (@Hasselbeck) August 5, 2012

Condolences to Andy Reid and his family. You all will be in our prayers.
— Darwin Walker (@TheRealDWalker) August 5, 2012

Love coach Reid my heart breaks for him and his family. Please keep them in prayer.
— Larry Fitzgerald (@LarryFitzgerald) August 5, 2012

Prayers go out to Andy Reid and his family.
— Justin Tuck (@JustinTuck) August 5, 2012

Our deepest condolences go out to Andy Reid and his family during this tough time.
— Pete Carroll (@PeteCarroll) August 5, 2012

An unthinkable tragedy in Lehigh this morning. Our thoughts are with the Reid and @Eagles families.
— Buffalo Bills (@BuffaloBills) August 5, 2012

“@SNFonNBC: Garrett Reid found dead at Eagles Training Camp: http://t.co/fUSewlkW”At times like this when life hurts u have to look to God!
— Tony Dungy (@TonyDungy) August 5, 2012

Our best goes out to Coach Reid and his family.
— Torry Holt (@BigGame81) August 5, 2012

Thoughts, prayers, condolences to Andy Reid and his family and the Philadelphia Eagles organization.
— Jordan Norwood (@JordaNorwood) August 5, 2012

That's tragic news regarding Andy Reid my heart goes out to him and his family much prayers
— Shawne Merriman (@shawnemerriman) August 5, 2012

Thoughts & Prayers to Coach Andy Reid on the loss of his son. May God give you the strength.
— Maurkice Pouncey (@MaurkicePouncey) August 5, 2012

We were saddened to learn of passing of Garrett Reid this morning. Andy Reid and his family are in our thoughts and prayers.
— New York Giants (@Giants) August 5, 2012

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