DJ Hayden had a net worth of around $5 million at the time of his death. Hayden was an American football cornerback who played in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Houston Cougars and was selected by the Oakland Raiders in the first round of the 2013 NFL Draft.

DJ Hayden bio and career

Hayden, a former student at Elkins High School in Missouri City, had the opportunity to play alongside Jake Matthews, who would later become an NFL offensive lineman.

During his time at Navarro College in 2009, Hayden made an impact as a freshman, playing in 10 games and recording 23 tackles, including one for a loss. The following year, he played a crucial role in leading Navarro College to their second NJCAA National Football Championship in the 2010 season.

Hayden played in all 11 games, accumulating 33 solo tackles, six pass breakups, and three interceptions, one of which he returned for a touchdown. His impressive performance earned him a spot on Rivals.com’s Top 50 Junior College Players list, ranking at #41.

In 2011, Hayden committed to the University of Houston and joined their football team. He continued to showcase his skills and dedication on the field throughout the 2011 and 2012 seasons. Hayden’s exceptional performance in Houston caught the attention of NFL draft experts and analysts, who projected him as a potential first- or second-round pick. Despite being invited to the NFL Combine, Hayden was unable to participate in physical drills due to his ongoing recovery from surgery.

However, he did take part in Houston’s Pro Day on March 18, 2013, where he completed most of the drills, excluding the bench, short shuttle, and three-cone drill due to a hamstring injury sustained during the 40-yard dash.

Notably, NFL analyst Mike Mayock ranked Hayden as the top cornerback prospect in the draft, while analyst John Norris ranked him seventh among cornerbacks. NFLDraftScout.com also regarded him as the fourth-best cornerback in the draft. Hayden’s impressive skills and rankings made him a highly sought-after player in the NFL draft.

DJ Hayden cause of death and obituary

Hayden along with two of his former college teammates, tragically lost their lives in a devastating two-car crash in downtown Houston. The incident occurred when a driver recklessly ran a red light at an intersection, resulting in the deaths of six individuals.

Additionally, two others sustained injuries. According to the Houston Chronicle, Hayden, who was selected in the first round of the 2013 NFL draft by the Raiders, was among those killed in the crash, along with his former University of Houston teammates, Zachary McMillian and Ralph Oragwu. However, Jeffery Lewis, another former UH football player, managed to survive the accident.

The collision took place at approximately 2 a.m. when a black Chrysler sedan, traveling at a high speed, disregarded a red light on Fannin St. and collided with a black Acura SUV that had the right of way on Pierce St., as stated by the Houston Police Asst.

Chief Megan Howard during a news briefing on Saturday morning. Tragically, in addition to the former athletes, five males and one female lost their lives in this horrific crash. Four individuals died at the scene, while four others were transported to the hospital, where two of them succumbed to their injuries.

Presently, one female remains in critical condition with life-threatening injuries, while a male survivor is cooperating with investigators.

The driver of the Chrysler, who ran the red light, was pronounced dead at the scene, and one of the deceased individuals was a pedestrian on the sidewalk, according to the police. The identities of the deceased have not yet been released, but it has been confirmed that Hayden was in the Acura SUV at the time of the accident, as reported by the Chronicle.

Hayden was 33 years old. Hayden’s alma mater mourned his death alongside McMillian and Oragwu.

“The entire University of Houston community is heartbroken over the tragic passing of former Football student-athletes D.J. Hayden, Zachary McMillian and Ralph Oragwu earlier today, and our thoughts and prayers remain with Jeffery Lewis in his recovery ahead,” the school’s athletics department said in a statement. “While their combined talents provided Houston Football some of its most unforgettable moments, their unique legacies will best be remembered for the way they loved their teammates, supported their communities and defied the odds.”

What is DJ Hayden net worth?

At the time of his passing, DJ Hayden’s net worth was estimated to be approximately $5 million. Hayden was a former American football cornerback who had a successful career in the National Football League (NFL). He played for the Houston Cougars during his college years and was later drafted by the Oakland Raiders in the first round of the 2013 NFL Draft.

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