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Ex-Maryland, Delaware LB David Mackall Shot and Killed at the Age of 28

Former college linebacker David Mackall Jr. died Wednesday at the age of 28 as the result of a shooting in Baltimore.

Per Don Markus of the Baltimore Sun, Mackall was identified by police after being called to a reported shooting at 2:46 p.m. He had gunshot wounds to his head and torso and was transported to a local hospital before being pronounced dead.

Mackall spent two seasons at the University of Maryland in 2010-11. He appeared in 20 games for the Terrapins, recording nine tackles for loss and six sacks.

After transferring to Delaware, Mackall missed the entire 2012 season with an injury before returning the following year.