Former NFL linebacker Ronald Powell — the No. 1-ranked highschool recruit within the 2010 class — has tragically died at 32 years outdated.

Powell’s former school soccer teammate, Junior Galette, introduced the unhappy information on his X web page … saying he is heartbroken over the demise.

“I Love You Eternally until we meet once more,” Galette wrote on the social media app on Monday night time. “An EXCELLENT FATHER. Revered Brother and a Loving Son.”

“I’m saddened to share with the remainder of the world that Ronald Powell Transitioned Earlier right this moment. REST IN POWER RONALD POWELL.”

Galette didn’t reveal a reason behind demise.

Powell began his soccer profession at Rancho Verde Excessive College in California … enjoying defensive finish, linebacker and tight finish. In his senior 12 months, he logged 13 sacks and 28 tackles for losses … and have become a five-star school recruit who was ranked as the highest participant in his class.

The California native finally dedicated the Florida Gators … although accidents — which included two torn ACLs — slowed his profession down. Nonetheless, he was capable of log 11 sacks, two cross deflections and a pressured fumble in three seasons.

In 2014, the New Orleans Saints chosen him within the NFL draft … however he solely went on to play in 14 video games.

Powell additionally recorded time within the Alliance of American Soccer in 2018 … enjoying for the Orlando Apollos.

RIP