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Andy Reid misses workouts after son's death
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Andy Reid's oldest son Garrett has died

8/5/12 in NFL   |   Pat   |   4557 respect

Feb 06, 2005; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Philadelphia Eagles head coach Andy Reid on the sideline against the New England Patriots during Super Bowl XXXIX at Alltel Stadium. The Patriots defeated the Eagles 24-21. Mandatory Credit: US PRESSWIREEarly this morning, reports surfaced that Eagles coach Andy Reid was absent from the Eagles' workout. The team declined to give a reason for it, only saying that it was for "personal reasons," but it has now been revealed that his oldest son, Garrett, is dead.

Reid asked that players continue workouts without him.

Eagles GM Howie Roseman made the announcement shortly before 10 a.m. today, and encouraged fans and players to be strong for their coach in this difficult time.

An investigation is ongoing, but no foul play is suspected at this time.

Our deepest condolences go out to Andy Reid and his family.
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8/6/12   |   kobe_lova   |   52839 respect

sad.

8/5/12   |   mcleodglen   |   26 respect

God bless Andy and his family on the loss!

8/5/12   |   NittanyJon   |   231 respect

Hang in there, Big Red.