Former Chiefs and Falcons defensive end Allen Bailey dies at 37

Former Kansas City Chiefs and Atlanta Falcons defensive end Allen Bailey has died at 37, his brother confirmed. Bailey played 10 seasons in the NFL, including eight with Kansas City and two with Atlanta. Bailey’s brother, Alford Bailey Jr., told TMZ that Bailey’s wife found him dead inside their Florida home on October 20. His family believes he died of natural causes, but no official cause of death had been announced as of October 21. Bailey’s death prompted tributes from former teammates and Chiefs personnel. Coach Andy Reid offered condolences to Bailey’s family during a news conference on October 21 and described Bailey as one of his favorite players. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who played with Bailey in Kansas City, called him a great teammate and said he and other teammates were praying for the family. Former teammates also shared tributes online. Colin McCarthy, who played with Bailey at the University of Miami, and former Chiefs offensive lineman Jeff Allen were among those who remembered him as a friend and teammate. Kansas City selected Bailey in the third round of the 2011 NFL Draft. He appeared in 133 regular-season games and made 70 starts, recording 22 sacks and...