The cause of death of former NFL player Ryan Mallett has been revealed.

The leading sportsman’s death was deemed to be the most heartbreaking statement for fans and many couldn’t help but wonder what happened to the star that this form of behavior ensued.

But now, his cause of death has been confirmed and people are stunned at what in the world is going on. The authorities showed how the post-mortem results stated drowning and that was just so tragic to hear.

Mallett’s former teammates and teams were devastated and shocked to figure this out when the press went public with the news. Therefore, heartfelt tributes that mourned his death began to take over the online world in no time as confirmed by local media outlets.

The star was a former NFL quarterback who died in the apparent drowning incident that arose in Destin, Florida. This news report was confirmed during the later hours of Tuesday night by the authorities in the state.

He was just 35 years old and that made it all the more heartbreaking. One insider in the world of sports mentioned how sports was his passion and his great character and loving personality was one that people would speak highly of.

The star had reportedly gone to the beach to enjoy some time in the sun but little did he know that this trip was doomed and it would be the cause of his death soon.

Other reports confirmed how first responders were called in after 2 pm local time. The complaint spoke about how a group of people failed to make it back ashore and were struggling in the water, needing immediate assistance.

The police added how Mallett went down under and by the time the lifeguards got to him, he was not breathing. And after being pulled out, he was pronounced dead shortly afterward.