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Former Raiders Pro Bowler, 9-Year NFL Veteran, Dies Suddenly at 52

Former Raiders Pro Bowler, 9-Year NFL Veteran, Dies Suddenly at 52

Summary

Barret Robbins, a former NFL player for the Oakland Raiders, has died at the age of 52. Robbins had a history of challenges with bipolar disorder and substance abuse, and his life changed significantly after not being allowed to play in a Super Bowl game.

Key Facts

  • Barret Robbins played as a center for the Oakland Raiders in the NFL.
  • He was 52 years old when he passed away.
  • Robbins was selected for the Pro Bowl once in his nine-year NFL career.
  • He was missing before the Super Bowl XXXVII and did not play in the game.
  • Robbins struggled with bipolar disorder and drug abuse.
  • He was released by the Raiders in 2004.
  • In 2005, Robbins was involved in a confrontation with police in Miami where he was shot three times.
  • He also faced charges in 2016 for assaulting two women in Florida.

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