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Former Notre Dame DL Kona Schwenke unexpectedly dies at age 25
By Adam Spencer
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The Notre Dame family is mourning on Sunday, as it appears former DL Kona Schwenke has passed away at the age of 25.
Schwenke helped the Fighting Irish make it to the 2013 BCS National Championship Game, where they lost to Alabama.
According to former Notre Dame receiver Robby Toma’s Instagram page, Schwenke passed away on Sunday, though details aren’t known at this time:
“God has a plan,” Toma’s post reads. “We will tell the stories of how things were different with you. I love you my brother. Thank you for everything over the years. I am grateful for the time we got to spend with you on earth. My heart hurts but I know the memories we have will last a lifetime. _\,,/ look over us my USO. My prayers are with my Schwenke Family.”
On Monday, more tributes poured in from former teammates:
I never take a day for granted with the people I care about. Life is too short and things happen too often. Enjoy the time you can share with your friends family and loved ones. The good ones are always gone too soon. #RIPuce pic.twitter.com/f58DXAU1rE
— B Jackson Jr. (@B_Jax2) April 22, 2018
@kschwenke96 was like a big brother to me. He had a great soul and wanted nothing but to be your friend. Rest in Love brother ??
— Ronnie Stanley (@megatronnie) April 22, 2018
Schwenke spent the 2014 and 2015 seasons trying to land on an NFL roster, spending time with the Kansas City Chiefs, Seattle Seahawks, Oakland Raiders, New England Patriots and New York Jets.
RIP, Kona.
Adam is a daily fantasy sports (DFS) and sports betting expert. A 2012 graduate of the University of Missouri, Adam now covers all 16 SEC football teams. He is the director of DFS, evergreen and newsletter content across all Saturday Football brands.
