Former Auburn and Chargers running back Lionel “Little Train” James died on Friday.
James was 59 years old and had been dealing with a “lengthy illness,” according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. James stood at just five feet and six inches, which is in part how he got his nickname.
James played on Auburn’s football team from 1980 to 1983. He played in 44 games for the Tigers, totaling over 2,000 rushing yards and 12 rushing touchdowns.
Former Auburn quarterback Randy Campbell told the Auburn official website what James meant to him.
“Lionel was a special person,” Campbell said.