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Former Denver Broncos Director of Pro Personnel Tom Heckert has passed away

Former Denver Broncos Director of Pro Personnel, Tom Heckert, has passed away Sunday night. He was just 51 years old.

Just over a month ago, on July 2nd, Heckert left the team as he continued his battle with a rare condition called Amyloidosis.

“Tom was an integral part of our organization and we’re all incredibly saddened today,” President of Football Operatoins/General Manager John Elway said in a statement on Monday. “With his many years of experience and time as a GM, Tom was a tremendous resource and a key member of our team.