Keith Mitchell, a former linebacker for the New Orleans Saints and a Texas A&M All-American, dies at age 51. Multiple outlets report that his death is sudden and unexpected, with his family confirming the news and expressing gratitude for support during the period of mourning. Mitchell came to prominence in the NFL as an undrafted rookie with the Saints, where he develops into a standout defender and earns a Pro Bowl selection in 2000. Before his professional career, he plays at Texas A&M and is recognized as a standout member of the school’s “Wrecking Crew” defense. He receives All-American honors at Texas A&M and remains among the school’s notable career defensive performers, including rankings tied to career sack production. Texas A&M athletics also announces the death, and one report states Mitchell is inducted into the school’s Athletics Hall of Fame in 2015. The reports consistently describe his impact both at the college level and during his Pro Bowl season with New Orleans.